Director Avionics Blue Moon MK2 Crew Lander - Lunar Permanence
Director Avionics Blue Moon MK2 Crew Lander - Lunar Permanence
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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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 the Lunar Permanence business unit which develops Blue Origins Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origins mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.As part of a hardworking team of specialists technicians and engineers you will have the unique opportunity to manage a team to integrate and deliver human certified avionics for the Blue Moon Crew Lander including the C&DH EPS and RF Communications subsystems. The Blue Moon MK2 Avionics Director is accountable for leading a team to deliver the full avionics scope for a lander inclusive of requirements technical performance schedule and budget. They will manage the day-to-day efforts as well as career development of a talented group of professionals to deliver for our customers.
Responsibilities include:
Define own and control the C&DH EPS and RF communications technical baseline performing technical work and providing technical leadership of the highest caliber.
Define own and control the subsystem technical baseline performing technical work and providing technical leadership of the highest caliber.
Define own and control the subsystem cost and schedule baseline driving continuous improvement and refinement of the baseline to meet needs and targets in a dynamic development environment.
Manage a team of engineers to specify design analyze manufacture integrate test and deliver hardware and software components that satisfy mission objectives while balancing cost schedule and risk.
Manage external procurements and internal hardware dependencies required to meet subsystem deliveries.
Recruit hire manage and mentor equitable teams.
Manage your direct reports professional development (e.g. performance reviews compensation and promotion management routine one-on-one development conversations) and coach them on performance.
Drive excellence in programmatic and project operations through data-driven management approach
Minimum Qualifications:
10 years managing technical teams and/or leading functional groups with responsibility for leading and coaching employees.
8 years of relevant experience in the full lifecycle development of aerospace systems including experience in one or more of requirement definition design solution definition implementation integration verification and validation qualification commissioning and operation.
Demonstrated expertise in the subsystem domain technical area
Resource management experience leading multidisciplinary development projects including managing staffing budget and schedule.
Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of integrity.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering computing or another technical field.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with verification integration and test of integrated subsystems or systems on a spacecraft.
Experience with space vehicle mission operations.
Experience managing suppliers/subcontracts.
Familiarity with agile project management.
Experience with critical path scheduling IMP/IMS risk management requirements. management and Cost Account Management such as EVM.
M.S. or Ph.D. degree in engineering or another technical field.
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $211905.00-$296665.95Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Dont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations
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 a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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 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.
Benefits
Benefits include: 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.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.
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Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full-Time
