In-Space Systems Operations Training Engineer – Level III

BLUE ORIGIN

Training Engineer developing training for ops controllers and engineers in space mission support at Blue Origin. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure effective training and mission readiness.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeDenver • Colorado, Virginia • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $119,814 - $167,738 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, develop, and execute training for the ops controllers, engineering support, AI&T, launch services operators, and payload customers for all vehicles within the In-Space System program.
Training modalities will include lessons, hands-on events, and on-site rehearsals.
Lead specific training areas or initiatives and take direction from senior staff.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers representing flight vehicle systems, ground software, flight control operators, and payload customers when developing training to ensure it is relevant and supports successful mission support.
Run the simulator and training assets as needed for hands-on, practice, and rehearsal events.
Define requirements and support development of future training simulators, interfaces, and other training assets.
Evaluate console operator proficiency and currency for mission support; develop ad hoc and contingency training as needed.
Maintain accurate records of operator training completion.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a B.S in engineering, education, or equivalent
5 years of experience in developing and executing training for mission support operators and engineers in a space oriented, military, or government environment
Strong facilitation and communication skills to lead technical training and debriefs
Experience writing training course materials (lesson objective and plans, evaluation criteria, hands-on training activities)
Ability to travel to support training activities as needed. Typically, <10 per year but frequency will fluctuate depending on phase of mission or concurrent missions.
Ability to support varied workday hours. Training may be required off hours or in shifts to accommodate time zones and work schedules.
On-call support may also be required
Self-starter with strong coordination skills that is comfortable working programs with varying training needs.
Must be able to initiate, track, manage and prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks and jobs
A consistent track record of working optimally with a multi-disciplinary team, and building strong working relationships within the organization and across multiple groups
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
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

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Hard Skills & Tools

Training Course Material WritingSimulator OperationTraining EvaluationHands-On Training ActivitiesRequirements Definition

Soft Skills

Strong Coordination SkillsSelf-StarterRelationship BuildingTrust EarningCultural Inclusion Contribution