Lunar Operations - Industrial Engineer II

Blue Origin • Space Coast, FL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

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! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. We are seeking experienced and innovative Industrial Engineers to optimize and sustain the efficient production of lunar products at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. As vital members of our Lunar Operations team, you will blend hands-on engineering, workforce planning, and program management skills to coordinate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams. Your primary mission is to analyze, design, and improve our production processes—delivering quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness as we enable Blue Origin’s vision of millions living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The ideal candidate will be passionate about continuous improvement, skilled in lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and dedicated to supporting cross-functional teams to deliver safe and repeatable flight hardware.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (aerospace or high-tech preferred)
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM/MES/MRP systems and enterprise-level production tracking
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering efficiency, quality, and safety
• Excellent communication skills for both cross-functional collaboration and technical documentation
• Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with simulation tools (AnyLogic or similar) and/or 3D Modeling (CATIA or similar)
• Experience with PLM software (Windchill or similar)
• Familiarity with web-based collaboration/document management (SharePoint or similar)
• Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite
• Experience in time studies, labor utilization planning, and capacity/resource management
• Demonstrated experience driving process improvements in an aerospace environment

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design production workflows and processes to elevate efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies to manufacturing operations
• Collaborate with design and engineering to validate manufacturability and drive product/process improvements
• Conduct time and motion studies; update build durations and labor requirements in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Perform capacity planning and resource allocation to maximize production output and meet delivery targets
• Develop and refine standard operating procedures and best practices for manufacturing and assembly
• Monitor and report product performance metrics (producibility, schedule adherence, quality); lead corrective action initiatives
• Lead risk assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies
• Capture and share lessons learned and best practices across teams
• Support and implement program management strategies to execute production plans and solve complex technical challenges

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%, 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees