Facilities Mechanical Engineer III Position Available In Madison, Alabama
Tallo's Job Summary: The Facilities Mechanical Engineer III position at Blue Origin in Huntsville, AL requires a minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering and a minimum of 10 years of experience in complex facility design, operations, and maintenance. Responsibilities include developing mechanical systems requirements, managing mechanical design, analysis, overseeing construction, and activation of mechanical systems. This role also requires strong project management, budget management, and team leadership skills, as well as the ability to travel up to 30% to different locations. The ideal candidate must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Other qualifications include being a licensed Professional Engineer and having a strong safety mindset. The 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%, as well as paid time off and company-paid holidays. Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Job Description
Facilities Mechanical Engineer III Huntsville, AL
time type
Full time
posted on
Posted 14 Days Ago
job requisition id
R50981
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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! 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 small team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, constructing and activating Mechanical HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection and Launch Vehicle Environmental Control System required to support an orbital launch site. This is a hands-on position focused on mechanical facility development, construction, and activation. Facilities include launch vehicle manufacturing, integration and test; launch Site, and launch command and control centers.
The Facilities Mechanical Systems Engineer III position will be located in Huntsville Alabama and will require at least 30% travel, Kent Washington, Florida and Texas.
Responsibilities:
Develop mechanical systems requirements, performing flow down, and verification
Manage mechanical design, analysis, and development of launch support facilities
Support mechanical systems configuration development and trade studies
Oversee launch pad mechanical system construction and activation, procuring components and materials; and managing vendor/subcontractor performance
Create mechanical systems drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams and other documentation
Prepare and review calculations loads for Mechanical Systems
Plan and conduct mechanical systems facility shakedown and activation tests, and reviewing data
Communicate and apply mission assurance principles throughout the organization
Maintain and report on mechanical systems activity schedule, budget and technical status
Coach, mentor and technically assist other engineers
Identify opportunities for safety improvements and operational cost savings
Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance plans and procedures
Knowledge of systems engineering practices, manufacturing fabrication and assembly processes, and quality control
Qualifications:
Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering
Minimum 10 years of experience with complex facility design, operations and maintenance
Experience leading and managing small- to medium-sized teams integrating multiple subsystems to meet a top level system requirement. Strong personnel management and mentoring skills.
Recent facility development or management experience supporting mission critical operations
Experience in sub-contract management of suppliers including request for proposal, specification and statement of work
Strong project management, budget management and team leadership skills
Project planning, schedule and cost estimation
Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations
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
Licensed Professional Engineer
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Desired:
Experience with launch vehicle, aircraft, or spacecraft manufacturing, or integration and test
Experience with mechanical system design, sizing and specification
Familiar with HVAC facility monitoring system
Familiar with Launch Vehicle Environmental Control System
Experience with AutoCAD
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.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
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Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
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Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
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. 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
