Manager Manufacturing Engineering Lunar MK2

Brevard County, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Application close date:

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 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 an experienced Manager of Manufacturing Engineering to lead a team dedicated to advancing human spaceflight through innovative manufacturing this key role you will oversee the development and implementation of manufacturing processesincluding design for manufacturability work instruction creation tooling procurement support process planning and configuration of efficient work cells. You will work collaboratively within integrated product teams partnering closely with design quality tooling facilities logistics operations and project management functions to deliver high-quality hardware on aggressive timelines. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader with strong technical acumen skilled in driving continuous improvement in a dynamic environment.

Position Specific Details:

Shift: A Mon-Fri (6am-2:30pm)
Location: Space Coast FL
Relocation: Available
Potential travel up to 10% of the time for training and other support activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead mentor and manage a team of engineers responsible for production of the Lunar vehicle and subcomponents.
Build a team of top talent manufacturing engineers enabling a transformational and flexible organization to take on challenges as they arise.
Lead the team through design development within the Lunar IPTs Build & Flow process and manufacturing development needs.
Aid the Operations Leadership team in facilitating effective decision-making on complicated scenarios that will have a significant major effect on the vehicle.
Provide effective efficient focused and adaptive decision-making in a high-velocity intense aerospace environment.
Lead the development of fabrication specifications acceptance & test plans maintenance plans and Statements of Work
Support requirements generation within the IPT along with establishing and supporting Interface Control Models (ICMs).
Support design trades with the IPTs to enable efficient design for manufacturing and operations.
Responsible for Identifying and developing critical manufacturing processes & steps required for the assembly integration and testing of the Lunar Transporter.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise:

Lunar Mission Operations plays a crucial role in the successful deployment and operation of the MK2 vehicle. As a key component of our mission Lunar Ops ensures that the MK2 vehicle is not only developed and assembled to the highest standards but also thoroughly tested and prepared for its lunar journey. This division collaborates closely with engineering quality assurance and logistics teams to guarantee that the MK2 vehicle meets all mission requirements and performs flawlessly in the challenging lunar environment. Their expertise and dedication are instrumental in making the MK2 vehicle a pioneering success and a cornerstone for future lunar exploration initiatives.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Manufacturing Electrical or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
6 years of experience in a manufacturing industrial or process engineering role
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 .

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in a relevant engineering field (preferred).
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
Familiarity with quality and safety standards (AS9100 ISO 9001).
4 years experience leading projects and/or teams in aerospace high-reliability or advanced manufacturing particularly in support of engineering and production teams within human-rated aerospace vehicle programs and hazardous operations.
Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills that drive team performance and deliver results.
Proven record of technical breadth across multiple hardware domains including system assembly bonding/adhesive and fastener application machining and composite fabrication and integration of electrical/mechanical components.
Experience spanning multiple stages of the product lifecycle for spacecraft launch vehicles or high-performance aircraft including New Product Introduction (NPI) design-to-rate production and product transition.
Hands-on assembly integration and troubleshooting experience in aerospace applications with a strong foundation in fabrication processes (machining welding composites mechanical/electrical assembly).
Demonstrated expertise in designing building and commissioning tooling and fixtures for manufacturing assembly and testing processes.
Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including practical application of GD&T DFM/DFA tolerance stack-up and manufacturing process development.
Proficiency with PLM/MRP systems (Teamcenter Windchill etc.) Bill of Materials (BOM) management and product structure reconciliation.
Experience with manufacturing automation digital work instructions and advanced metrology (CMM laser scanning).
Demonstrated experience supporting requirements generation and establishing/maintaining Interface Control Models (ICMs) within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
Proficiency with MS Office Suite MS Project MS Visio Jira Confluence and strong organizational and analytical skills.
In-depth understanding of project management methodologies and cross-functional collaboration with strong verbal and written communication skills for teams customers and suppliers across locations.
Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment.
A commitment to world-class mission assurance quality attention to detail and dedication.

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 (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

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.
Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us at. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

Required Experience:

Manager

Application close date: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 ...

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Position Specific Details:

Shift: A Mon-Fri (6am-2:30pm)
Location: Space Coast FL
Relocation: Available
Potential travel up to 10% of the time for training and other support activities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead mentor and manage a team of engineers responsible for production of the Lunar vehicle and subcomponents.
Build a team of top talent manufacturing engineers enabling a transformational and flexible organization to take on challenges as they arise.
Lead the team through design development within the Lunar IPTs Build & Flow process and manufacturing development needs.
Aid the Operations Leadership team in facilitating effective decision-making on complicated scenarios that will have a significant major effect on the vehicle.
Provide effective efficient focused and adaptive decision-making in a high-velocity intense aerospace environment.
Lead the development of fabrication specifications acceptance & test plans maintenance plans and Statements of Work
Support requirements generation within the IPT along with establishing and supporting Interface Control Models (ICMs).
Support design trades with the IPTs to enable efficient design for manufacturing and operations.
Responsible for Identifying and developing critical manufacturing processes & steps required for the assembly integration and testing of the Lunar Transporter.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise:

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Manufacturing Electrical or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university
6 years of experience in a manufacturing industrial or process engineering role
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 .

Preferred Qualifications:

Masters degree in a relevant engineering field (preferred).
Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience.
Familiarity with quality and safety standards (AS9100 ISO 9001).
4 years experience leading projects and/or teams in aerospace high-reliability or advanced manufacturing particularly in support of engineering and production teams within human-rated aerospace vehicle programs and hazardous operations.
Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills that drive team performance and deliver results.
Proven record of technical breadth across multiple hardware domains including system assembly bonding/adhesive and fastener application machining and composite fabrication and integration of electrical/mechanical components.
Experience spanning multiple stages of the product lifecycle for spacecraft launch vehicles or high-performance aircraft including New Product Introduction (NPI) design-to-rate production and product transition.
Hands-on assembly integration and troubleshooting experience in aerospace applications with a strong foundation in fabrication processes (machining welding composites mechanical/electrical assembly).
Demonstrated expertise in designing building and commissioning tooling and fixtures for manufacturing assembly and testing processes.
Strong understanding of engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing including practical application of GD&T DFM/DFA tolerance stack-up and manufacturing process development.
Proficiency with PLM/MRP systems (Teamcenter Windchill etc.) Bill of Materials (BOM) management and product structure reconciliation.
Experience with manufacturing automation digital work instructions and advanced metrology (CMM laser scanning).
Demonstrated experience supporting requirements generation and establishing/maintaining Interface Control Models (ICMs) within Integrated Product Teams (IPTs).
Proficiency with MS Office Suite MS Project MS Visio Jira Confluence and strong organizational and analytical skills.
In-depth understanding of project management methodologies and cross-functional collaboration with strong verbal and written communication skills for teams customers and suppliers across locations.
Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment.
A commitment to world-class mission assurance quality attention to detail and dedication.

Culture Statement

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 (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

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.
Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

Required Experience:

Manager

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Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

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