Blue Origin · 4 hours ago
Parachute Rigging Technician III
El Paso, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. This role involves hands-on parachute refurbishment for various spaceflight systems, ensuring high-quality work that supports the program launch manifest.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work hands-on doing parachute refurbishment for various spaceflight systems
Share in the team’s impact on all aspects of parachute operations for Blue Origin
Support and lead safety-critical operations including the inspection, repair, and packing of space vehicle parachutes
Ensure on-time, high-quality work that supports the program launch manifest
Apply technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight
Qualification
Required
Prior experience in assembly, repair and packing of life support and safety critical parachute equipment
Prior experience in high-density pressure packing of space grade parachute systems
FAA Senior or Master Riggers License
Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, engineering drawings, and work instructions
Operate hand tools, electrical tools, hand cutters, measuring equipment, and light equipment
Communicate effectively with team members
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc
Must be able to lift and carry 35 lbs. and spend long periods of time standing
High school diploma or GED
Must work on-site in El Paso, TX
Preferred
Explosives training and experience handling parachute deployment ordnance
Prior experience with parachute testing, from the component level to an integrated assembly
Understanding of 5S principles, FOD and tool control practices
Benefits
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%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
Founded in 2000
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President Supply Chain
Recent News
2025-12-30
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