Shift Leader - Component Test - A Shift

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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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

As a component test shift leader you will lead a frontline team of technicians and operators executing safe, quality, and efficient operations for Blue Origin. You will plan and direct day-to-day work, ensure your team is trained and equipped, and translate procedures and engineering intent into reliable, high-quality execution. You will coach and mentor the team to make safe and high quality decisions. Your role is critical ensuring the day-to-day activities meet safety, quality, and production goals. 

Relocation provided
Location: Huntsville, Alabama Engine Factory
A Shift: Monday to Thursday (5:00AM to 3:30PM)

Test Operations is a physically active, all four seasons role with both indoor and outdoor work requirements, to include rain, wind, cold, heat, & humidity. Certain tasks require lifting up to 50lbs unassisted

 •    Lead technicians/operators in day‑to‑day mission, test, and/or launch operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, and schedule.
•    Plan, assign, and monitor work (shift coverage, work center assignments, overtime, and backup coverage).
•    Ensure work is performed per approved procedures, work instructions, drawings, and safety/quality requirements.
•    Provide hands‑on technical support for integration, checkout, test, and operations of flight and ground systems as needed.
•    Conduct regular performance check‑ins and reviews; coach, develop, and mentor team members.
•    Support hiring, onboarding, training, and recognition for your team.
•    Communicate work status, issues, and risks clearly to leadership and partner teams (engineering, planning, logistics, safety, quality).
•    Drive a strong safety culture; identify hazards, support incident investigations, and implement corrective actions.
•    Identify and implement continuous improvements to increase safety, quality, efficiency, and repeatability.
•    Maintain clean, organized, compliant work areas (e.g., 5S, “clean as you go,” tool/FOD control).

•    High school diploma or equivalent.
•    3+ years of hands‑on experience in component test operations, launch/test operations, aerospace/industrial systems, or a closely related operational environment.
•    1+ year of frontline leadership (supervisor, lead, crew chief, or equivalent) directing technicians or operators.
•    Experience performing work on complex or hazardous systems (e.g., cryogenic, pneumatic, hydraulic, high‑pressure, high‑voltage, propellants, or similar).
•    Ability to read and follow technical documentation (procedures, work instructions, drawings, schematics, manuals).
•    Proven ability to plan and prioritize daily work for a team while meeting safety, quality, and schedule commitments.
•    Basic proficiency with digital tools (email, spreadsheets, maintenance/operations systems) and ability to learn new tools quickly.
•    Willing and able to support non‑standard hours (nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime), work in field/industrial environments, and travel occasionally to other Blue Origin sites or test/launch locations.
•    Ability 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.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as arefugee or granted asylum.

•    Additional experience: 5+ years of relevant operations experience (e.g., aerospace, launch vehicles, test facilities, industrial automation/controls, oil & gas, or similar), including 2+ years as a frontline supervisor/lead
•    Proficiency interpreting engineering drawings, models, specifications, and test procedures.
•    Experience with Lean/continuous improvement (e.g., 5S, Kaizen) and implementing process and safety improvements.
•    Experience with assembly and integration of pressure test tooling onto flight hardware
•    Formal technical training or an associate degree in a relevant field (e.g., electronics, mechanics, industrial technology, instrumentation, mechatronics).

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 an 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.