At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of the Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance team. This team is focused on monitoring and assessing processes that guide Blue Origin’s design, manufacturing, and operations, ensuring system safety engineering, environmental health, and safety, product integrity, and continuous improvement processes.

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

As part of a diverse and hardworking team of EHS Professionals, you will provide subject matter expertise to engineering and production resources related to EHS to New Glenn. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of safety and health compliance with local, state, and federal regulations at the Rocket Park facilities and satellite Locations including, but not limited to: OSHA, PSM, NFPA, and ANSI requirements.  You will ensure environmental compliance with local, state, and federal regulations, but not limited to: NEPA, RCRA, SWPPP, SPCC, and NPDES.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Manages EHS professionals in accomplishment of organizational goalsImplements EHS programs for the evaluation and control of potential hazards including, but not limited to industrial hygiene; fall protection; confined space; lock out tag out; process safety management; hazard assessments; hearing conservation and noise hazards; heat stress; and environmental management.Performs a wide range of EHS consultation services, which includes planning, managing, and reporting the results of assessments.Provides subject matter expertise in design and test reviews.Provides support to incidents, including spills; injuries, hazardous operations; launches; hurricanes; and other emergenciesEnsure compliance with local, state, and federal safety, health, and environmental regulations at all Rocket Park facilities.  Prepare and submit reports to federal and state regulatory agencies as requiredContinually update and ensure compliance with the Blue Origin processes and proceduresIndoctrinate new employees on our EHS ProgramAssist in waste disposal activities including hazardous waste, non-hazardous waste, universal waste, and recycling materialsContribute to the injury/illness and near miss reporting processDevelop, update, and deliver EHS trainingServe as site focal point for safety and environmental issues and concernsEvaluate operations for continuous process improvement and implementation of preventive action measuresSupporting development of job hazard analyses and risk assessmentsProvide subject matter expertise to engineering and production resources related to EHSProvide EHS related input for building design and operationsPerform periodic audits of our Safety Programs

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering, chemistry, environmental science, industrial hygiene, or occupational safetyKnowledge and ability to use industrial hygiene tools and monitors.Expertise in writing technical reports.Knowledge of applicable OSHA, EPA and State of Florida regulationsKnowledge of Process Safety Management methodsKnowledge of incident / accident reporting practices, investigations, root cause / corrective action processesGood analytical skills and attention to details, technical writing, with an ability to interpret and communicate complex technical informationCandidate must be able to lift/carry up to fifty pounds. Must be able to physically climb multiple flights stairs, withstand prolonged standing, and work in adverse weather conditionsAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion. Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Required:

7+ years total work in EHS5+ years work experience in operational aerospace environment, manufacturing, or chemical industry

Preferred Qualifications:

10+ years total work in EHS7+ years work experience in operational aerospace environment, manufacturing, or chemical industryExpertise in Life Safety Code (NFPA 101)ASP, CSP, CIH, or CHMM certification

Special Mentions:

Relocation providedTravel expected up to 15% of the timeShifts available: B-ShiftInterviews will include a technical assessment

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include:  Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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