Lunar Operations - Manager - Manufacturing Engineers

Blue Origin • Space Coast, FL

1d • 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 Manufacturing Engineering Managers to lead teams advancing human spaceflight through innovative manufacturing solutions at Blue Origin. In these key roles, you will oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing processes—including design for manufacturability, work instruction creation, tooling procurement and development, process planning, and configuration of efficient work cells. You will collaborate within integrated product teams, working closely with design, quality, tooling, facilities, logistics, operations, and project management to deliver high-quality lunar vehicles and hardware on aggressive timelines. The ideal candidates will be hands-on leaders with strong technical acumen and a record of driving continuous improvement in dynamic environments. This is a pooling requisition for current and anticipated openings across multiple Lunar teams and shifts. Candidates will be matched to the right roles as needs are identified. Position Specific Details : Shift: A | Mon-Fri ( 8am-5pm ) Location: Space Coast, FL Relocation: Available Travel: Up to 10% for training and support activities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical , Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
• 6+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering roles
• 3+ years of experience creating English work instructions
• Must be able to work second shift and have flexibility to move shifts as needed.
• Open to work extended hours if required.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in engineering, project management, or a related field
• Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• 4+ years leading projects and/or teams in aerospace/high-reliability or advanced manufacturing environments
• Manufacturing engineering experience on human-rated aerospace vehicles and hazardous operations
• Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills that drive team performance and deliver results
• Technical expertise across multiple hardware domains, including system assembly, bonding/adhesive and fastener application, machining/composite fabrication, and electrical/mechanical integration
• Strong background in fabrication processes: machining, welding, composites, assembly, and advanced metrology (CMM, laser scanning)
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, and commissioning tooling/fixtures for manufacturing, assembly, or testing
• Proven record supporting requirements generation, Interface Control Models (ICMs), and cross-functional IPT contributions
• Proficiency in PLM/MRP systems (Teamcenter, Windchill), BOM management, and reconciliation
• Digital literacy in MS Office Suite, MS Project, MS Visio, Jira, Confluence
• Familiarity with quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), compliance/audits, and corrective action protocols
• Experience with manufacturing automation, digital work instructions, and advanced metrology tools
• In-depth project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for varied teams and stakeholders
• Commitment to world-class quality, mission assurance, attention to detail, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers responsible for manufacturing and production of lunar vehicles, subcomponents, or supporting hardware/tooling.
• Build high-performing teams of top manufacturing talent, fostering a flexible organization that overcomes challenges as they arise.
• Guide teams through design development in the context of Lunar Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), including build/flow, process, and manufacturing development.
• Aid Operations Leadership in facilitating effective decision-making on complex, high-impact scenarios.
• Provide focused, adaptive decision-making in a high-velocity aerospace production environment.
• Lead the development of fabrication specifications, acceptance & test plans, maintenance plans, and Statements of Work.
• Support requirements generation within IPTs, including establishing and maintaining Interface Control Models (ICMs).
• Support design trades to enable efficient design for manufacturability and operational excellence.
• Identify and develop critical manufacturing processes and steps required for assembly, integration, and testing of lunar vehicles or hardware/tooling.

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.

What This Job Offers

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