NDT Manager

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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!

We are a collaborative team of doers and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists technicians engineers and scientists you will lead and manage the OLS Nondestructive Testing Operations group.

Responsibilities include:

• Build and manage the OLS Nondestructive Testing (NDT) Floor Operations team. Develop resource plans and profiles authorizing job descriptions conducting interviews making hiring recommendations assigning tasks and conducting performance reviews
• Manage the in-process NDT of development qualification and production hardware
• Organizing and work distribution of OLS NDT Operations team ensuring proper coverage in multiple work areas and shifts
• Assure continued training and skills development to attract develop and retain great people
• Setup and commission the NDT work centers including inspection equipment and tooling etc.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and manage in process testing requirements
• Troubleshoot diagnose and correct non conformances by modification rework repair and/or maintenance. Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for recurrence control
• Forecasting and developing recovery plans for constraints critical to vehicle delivery schedule
• Identify and implement continuous improvement projects for area safety and efficiency
• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision

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!

Qualifications:

• BS/BA plus 15 years directly related Nondestructive Evaluation experience is required.
• Current Level III certification (Minimum 1) by the American Society for Nondestructive Testing.
• Experience in the direct supervision/leadership of NDT Operations personnel working on aerospace development programs or production lines heavily involving a range of inspection methods and techniques in both leadership and hands-on roles; experience on aerospace production programs and/or test labs a plus
• Ability to interpret engineering models drawings specifications written work instructions and test procedures
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
• Basic computer skills such as Windows Microsoft Office etc.
• Must be able to set a high hiring bar while evaluating and hiring top talent
• Extremely customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills
• A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams with skills across large geographic distances
• A continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always optimizing
• Work off-shift extended hours overtime and weekends if/when necessary
• Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight
• Demonstrates understanding and is able to apply continuous improvement terminology/tools: LEAN 5S Six Sigma principles/DFSS/Lean design principles Value Stream and Kaizen
• Ability to handle multiple decisions based on workload dispersion program priorities and management and customer decisions

Desired:

• Formal Leadership and Business training/education
• Experience independently managing personnel projects and tasks with limited oversight
• Experienced managing FOD and 5S programs
• Experienced interfacing with all levels of personnel and presenting detailed status and outcomes to senior leadership

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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• 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.

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