EHS Technician II (Weekend - D Shift)

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

Join our Luxembourg team where your expertise directly contributes to humanity's greatest adventure, while maintaining the work-life harmony that makes great engineering possible. Be part of a collaborative, inclusive culture where safety and technical excellence drive every decision as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight from the heart of Europe.

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!

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of engineers and technicians, you will provide technical expertise and assist in implementation of all Environmental, Health and Safety programs at the BE4 Engine manufacturing facility located in Huntsville, AL. This role will also support the Jemison facility, warehouse, and Engine Test Stand located at Marshall Space Flight Center as needed.

Weekend D shift is as follows: 5:00PM-5:00AM, Fri/Sat/Sun.

Technical safety program areas include, but not limited to: OSHA General Industry and Construction standards, cryogenics, lasers, robotics, process safety management, and radiation safety. You must have a passion for continuous improvement of a safety culture, building agile safety processes, and solving sophisticated problems and providing operable solutions and be capable of acting with minimal direction on your initiative. You will be key in helping to maintain a culture that emphasizes accountability, discipline, and attention to detail at all levels.

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

Responsibilities:

Assist the EHS Management and EHS Engineering staff with on-site compliance at the BE4/BE3U Engines and Jemison manufacturing facility.

Support hazardous and non-hazardous process waste stream management along with recycling initiatives.

Conduct daily compliance inspections to ensure compliance with the Blue Origin Health and Safety programs.

Execution of emergency response plans.

Indoctrinate employees and contractors on our Safety Program.

Assist in investigations of injuries and illnesses, as well as near misses.

Deliver EHS training as needed

Serve as site focal point for safety issues and concerns.

Administer personal protective equipment as required per job hazard analysis documents. Supporting development of job hazard analyses.

Perform periodic audits of our Safety Programs.

Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations.

Monitor and adjust wastewater system.

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to our culture of inclusion.

Qualifications:

5+ proven years in operational EHS roles

Must be able to work Weekend Shift (Friday, Saturday, Sunday) with extended work hours as required

Knowledge of applicable safety and environmental regulations

Knowledge of Injury, Illness and Near Miss reporting practices and processes

Must be able to lift to 50 lbs.

Desired:

10+ years total work

5 proven years in safety or environmental roles

1-3 years in aerospace industry

Knowledge of Alabama State safety and environmental regulations

HAZMAT and/or emergency response team experience

Culture 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 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.

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

Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

Required for Certain Job Profiles: 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 (obtained before onboarding), 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.

Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

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

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.