Construction Quality & Field Inspector

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, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for multiple assigned Facilities projects within launch vehicle manufacturing, integration and test; launch Site, and launch command and control centers. This is a hands-on position focused on projects oversight, quality and compliance for construction in the field.The Construction Quality & Field Inspector shall be Blue Origin’s direct representative at the jobsite. This individual shall be responsible for observing the general contractors work and notifying Blue Origin when deficiencies are observed, updating inspection status and field operations oversight. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct daily inspections of all phases of construction to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, safety standards, and project timelines

• Identify, document, and report and discrepancies, defect, or non-conformance issues to the project management team

• Maintain detailed records of inspections and prepare reports for project stakeholders

• Coordinate with contractors to implement corrective actions and ensure continuous improvement in construction practices

• Oversee all contractors on site for general compliance

• Prepare daily reports including description of contractor work activities, labor and equipment identification and quantity, and perform various measurements for payment

• Perform field inspections and maintain inspection records for special materials or equipment identified by the project manager or field inspector as needing additional oversight

• Take daily photographs and ensure contractor folders are updated on shared drive

• Review planned vs actual schedule status and keep Blue Origin and/or Project Manager appraised of any risks to schedule

• Verify contractor compliance with the required regulatory or 3rd party inspections Interpret construction drawings and specification on construction projects

• Communicate with contractors, supervisors, and other inspectors regarding specifications and qualification test results and site progress

• Maintain field notes and related documentation

• Ensure work complies with design-build documents

• Provide field data, existing conditions, and recommendations to implement field changes and investigates claims of existing conditions or changes by contractors

Qualifications:

• Prefer B.S. in Engineering, Construction Management, or Project Management or equivalent experience in field operations as a superintendent or inspector

• Minimum 10 years of experience with complex facility construction and renovations projects in a QA/QC, inspector or field superintendent role

• In depth knowledge of Local and National Codes including FBC, NEC and NFPA

• Strong personnel management skills

• Recent facility development or management experience supporting mission critical operations

• Proficient in project management software (Milestones, MS Project)

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage QA/QC across a large and diverse portfolio

• Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting construction activities on a commercial construction site

• 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.

Desired:

• Experience with launch site, spacecraft manufacturing, Project leadership with the ability to work with stakeholders, knowledge of manufacturing operations, Launch Site environment, assembly processes, and quality control integration and test

• State or National inspector certifications

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 [email protected].

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