Maritime Security Specialist

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!

Job Description

Blue Origin, LLC. is a privately owned aerospace company developing technologies that will establish an enduring human presence in space. We are in search of a positive, high energy, motivated individual to fulfill a Maritime Security Specialist role and become an integral part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team. The successful candidate will join our team of security professionals. The Maritime Security team is responsible for supporting all near-shore and port area security needs of New Glenn launch, landing platform vessel return to port and dock-side offload safety and security requirements. The successful candidate will possess the ability to work independently, be highly technically ambitious, resolve unforeseen situations efficiently and with common sense, and have excellent communication and organizational skills.

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!

The Maritime Security Specialist - Boat Operator / Maintainer will coordinate and complete maritime security tasks, including but not limited to:

• Perform as a boat operator; safely operate and navigate a vessel in the vicinity off Cape Canaveral and in the port during various environmental conditions.

• Conduct basic maintenance and repair of Blue Origin Security Vessels, trailers, and respective equipment and ensure their readiness for use.

• Effectively and respectfully communicate to the maritime community in person and via VHF marine radio to inform them of launch hazard areas

• Track vessels utilizing radar, AIS, or other navigation equipment to determine their proximity to hazard areas.

• Operate a truck with a trailer to launch and recover Blue Origin Security Vessels

• Conduct tender craft duties and support needs of the landing platform vessel.

• Liaise with maritime partner agencies and assist in pre-mission maritime domain awareness assessments.

• As needed, conduct sea surveillance of hazard areas utilizing land-based radar system and communicate to vessels via VHF marine radio

• Create, draft, edit, and prepare reports, project meeting notes, presentations, spreadsheets, and documents.

• Engage with the local boating community and attend port maritime meetings to explain our exclusionary zones to improve and minimize future at-sea interactions.

• Contribute to New Glenn program success by providing general operations support and accomplishing related duties on an as needed basis.

• Support strategic transports of flight hardware between facilities.

Required Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth!

• Associate degree or equivalent (military/law enforcement/security) experience.

• Credentialed as an Operator of Non-Inspected Passenger Vessel (or higher) or prior military, police, or federal law enforcement agency experience as a boat crew member.

• Functional experience in Maritime Security / Law Enforcement, boat operations and small boat trailering (launch & recovery).

• Functional experience operating a marine radar, VHF marine radio and AIS.

• Functional experience with conducting basic engineering troubleshooting maintenance and repair of a small boat.

• Possess a valid driver’s license.

• Possess or can obtain a DBIDS.

• Ability to pass a DOT-Commercial Motor Vehicle background check.

• Ability to pass a DOT medical examiner certification.

• Ability to pass a background check to obtain a Transportation Worker Identification Card (TWIC).

• Strong written and verbal communications skills. Ability to effectively interact with all levels of the organization.

• Able to effectively liaison with Federal, State, and Local first responders.

• Ability to flourish in an environment with multiple and shifting priorities.

• Demonstrated strong time management and multi-tasking skills.

• Demonstrated strong attention to detail, resolution, and follow through skills.

• Strong competency in all Microsoft office applications.

• Ability to flex schedule and occasionally work evenings, nights or weekends as needed to support test and launch operations.

• Carry 20 pounds of gear and stand for extended periods of time in a moving environment.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years of Government, Military, Law Enforcement and/or Corporate Maritime Security / Law Enforcement experience.

• Range clearance experience in support of space launch operations .

• Bachelor’s degree in security, business, administration, or related field.

• Outboard marine engine technician certification.

• Experience enforcing maritime safety and/or security zones.

• Graduated of the NASBLA Tactical Coxswain Course, SMTC or FLETC Pursuit or Tactical Coxswain Course.

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, 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.

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 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. 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, sex, 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 “Know Your Rights,” 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. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.