Manager - Manufacturing Engineering & Technology

Blue Origin • Space Coast, FL

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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. Blue Origin is developing the next generation launch and space vehicle manufacturing facility on Florida’s Space Coast at our Orbital Launch Site Manufacturing Complex. We are in search of a Manufacturing Engineering Manager for our New Glenn Stage 1 Booster. You will work with innovative processes for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of manufacturing engineering. Day to day responsibilities will include the Manufacturing Plan Development, managing all Work Order Authoring, and provide Mentoring and Career Path Development to your enrolled employees. We put a strong emphasis on design for manufacturing and hands-on technical ability, as our managers are directly involved with design, analysis, equipment operation, trouble-shooting, and active engagement with engineering. The company celebrates strong collaboration, unique and innovative solutions, and passion for success. We are searching for a proactive, service-oriented individual with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university (Master of Science preferred)
• Experience managing people, projects, or programs
• Strong coordination, personnel, and project management skills
• Experience in hardware manufacturing (i.e. castings, forgings, additively manufactured components, welding, machining, cleaning, non-destructive testing methods, tight tolerance assembly, leak testing, final acceptance testing of integrated hardware, and Manufacturing Execution Systems/Software)
• Proven experience and successful track record of developing new manufacturing processes and continuously improving existing processes
• Ability to operate, make decisions, lead, and make forward progress in ambiguous environments
• Understanding of entire product lifecycle management
• 7+ years of direct manufacturing and manufacturing engineering experience
• Proficiency in engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
• 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 (CDL drivers only), 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

Responsibilities

• Enable the success of a team comprised of high-impact Manufacturing Engineers
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and support with engineers to develop goals, career paths, and ensure professional development
• Establish roles, responsibilities, and accountability for all team members
• Ensure workflow and priorities are balanced across the team
• Evaluate staffing requirements and grow the team by recruiting and hiring top performing manufacturing engineers (as needed)
• Coordinate and work closely with program managers, operations leaders, and Integrated Product Team Leads to meet design, build, and test objectives.
• Support the team in applying robust, consistent, and reliable engineering fundamentals and processes in support of fabrication processes
• Create required data gathering tools for tracking and improving the team performance
• Review and understand companywide processes and command media to ensure proper compliance
• Help your team define how to prepare hardware for test, qualification, and flight
• Promote DFMA and PFMEA studies to strengthen the feedback loop between design, build, and test
• Engage in Manufacturing Bill of Material (BOM) creation and maintenance and Product Structure definition

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: Manager
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees