ManagerSr. Manager Production Test ElectricalAvionics Test Engineering

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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 responsible for leading the test engineering team for test execution of all electrical and avionics scope in support of New Glenn at the Orbital Launch Site in Merritt Island FL. The Manager is a leader of a unique and passionate team of engineers who perform test planning procedure development test execution and a variety of other test operations in support of space flight. The Manager works closely with all Blue Origin business units developing tests to prove vehicle systems operate as expected on Blue Origin vehicles and in space assets. The Manager integrates with Operations senior leaders and support organizations to plan prepare and conduct test operations safely and efficiently. The Manager is responsible for effectively planning and managing capital overhead and labor budgets and managing capital improvement projects. Effective communications and long-term planning are vital to a successful Manager. Growing a passionate and technically able team to overcome any issues in an efficient manner is necessary for success of Blue Origin.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Position Specific Details:

• Shifts: Day shift - Monday Friday

• Location: Space Coast FL

• Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage personnel at Blue Origin Rocket Park Production Facility to include recruiting training coaching mentoring developing and retaining talent by following and developing performance management processes.

• Create and establish clear and concise process plans to develop schedules and optimize Testing procedures and requirements ensuring alignment with overall project goals and timelines.

• Work closely with New Glenn Program to understand all electrical and avionics test requirements for the flight vehicle ATP component conditioning and qualification testing in Florida

• Thoroughly understand and interpret requirements to support effective test operations ensuring all tests meet specified standards and objectives.

• Determine and allocate necessary resources including personnel equipment and materials to support all phases of product lifecycle maximizing efficiency and productivity.

• Promote teamwork employee engagement and good employee morale.

• Manage Blue Origin GSE and Test Equipment ensuring their capability and readiness is established to always support engineering needs.

• Be an exemplar of Blue Leadership Principles focusing on demonstrating operational excellence.

• Be the focal point for all test engineering stakeholder teams and coordinate daily and weekly test plans.

• Support testing as required adjusting your schedule to support testing and maximize efficiency

• Demonstrate high standards in test operations and work cooperatively with a varied team of Integration Technicians Design Engineers Test and Flight Ops counterparts Quality Specialists and other stakeholders to ensure requirements are met.

• Assist in the preparation and presentation of test status and initiatives to help communicate inwards and outwards across the organization.

• Prepare quantitative strategic plans to ensure the targets are met and leverage team skills and capabilities to implement and track progress against the plans.

• Lead capital overhead and labor budget planning and execution.

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in engineering or related field

• 5 years in an operations environment in large industry petrochemical or aerospace facilities

• Prior experience as manager of an engineering team in a fast-paced environment

• Strong background in avionics engineering and/or testing

• Strong project management and team leadership

• Outstanding technical and non-technical writing and verbal skills

• Demonstrated leadership in establishing a high performing safety culture

• Demonstrated habitual drive to correct errors at their root and not pass them downstream

• Demonstrated effectiveness in setting high standards of performance and holding teams accountable

• Demonstrated effectiveness in implementing continuous improvement to improve processes methods and practices

• Demonstrated effectiveness in conflict-resolution and an ability to bring a group to a decision

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing integration or other relevant field

• Experience working on fluid systems

• Demonstrated technical expertise in space vehicle qualification testing.

• Knowledge of fabrication and integration processes systems engineering and quality control practices.

• MS in engineering or PMP certifications

• Experience with advanced manufacturing technologies and tools (e.g. CAD software ERP systems).

• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Familiarity with regulatory compliance in aerospace manufacturing.

• Proven track record of successful team leadership and project management.

• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and practices.

• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.

• Willingness to work overtime.

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.

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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.

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