Data System and Controls Engineering 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 team of collaborators doers and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. 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.

We are seeking an experiencedData Systems and Controls Engineering Managerto lead our passionate and accomplished team supporting the development construction operation and maintenance of liquid rocket engine test facilities. This role will provide technical leadership and people management for engineers and technicians focused on instrumentation data acquisition systems and control hardware across various liquid rocket engine propulsion systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable test operations and spaceflight! This position is based in Van Horn TX.

Van Horn Specific information:

Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations the West Texas Site in Van Horn TX offers eligible employees additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employees ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn TX or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and developa team of engineers and technicians responsible for data systems and controls engineering fostering a culture of safety collaboration and continuous growth
• Managethe maintenance and upgrade of test stand data acquisition systems including overseeing hardware configurations validation processes and troubleshooting of DAQ hardware issues
• Directtechnical support for instrumentation on test stands; review and approve drawings of harnesses/interfaces electrical power and data/control systems; provide mentorship and training to engineers and technicians
• Overseethe planning and execution of instrumentation data and controls system integration activities at test stands including design reviews installation planning and functional verification of wire harnesses components and instrumentation
• Ensureproper creation and maintenance of software configuration files test scripts test procedures and relevant rocket engine test documentation
• Coordinatedata review during test operations and provide strategic input to the team regarding test sequences test article and stand operations and readiness for critical test phases
• Establishand enforce standards for verifying instrumentation health and performance on test stands and test articles including hot fire test data review and reporting
• Championcontinuous improvement initiatives to promote workplace safety meet fast-paced schedules and secure cost savings
• Managebudgets headcount and project timelines across multiple simultaneous instrumentation and control system efforts
• Representthe data systems and controls team in cross-functional engineering reviews and leadership discussions

Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or related field; M.S. preferred
• 7 yearsof experience in data systems controls engineering or a related technical field
• 2 yearsof people management experience leading technical engineering teams
• Experience with electrical schematic and panel layout design using CAD (preferably AutoCAD Electrical)
• Strong knowledge of PLC programming and system architecture (Allen Bradley experience a plus)
• Demonstrated understanding of instrumentation integration with data acquisition hardware
• Ability to guide and develop team members in the use of electrical diagnostic equipment
• Expert knowledge of industrial sensors and actuators: pressure temperature LVDT accelerometers motor controllers flow meters relays strain gauges valves and pumps
• Excellent technical and non-technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously drive ownership and deliver results

Desired:

• Experienceleading teamswithin the aerospace industry working at test facilities with cryogenic fluid systems specifically LH2 LOx LNG and LN2
• Knowledge of video monitoring systems (webcam 3G-SDI high speed infrared etc.)
• Understanding of network configuration and IT infrastructure requirements for test facilities
• Experience overseeing software development for PLC Arduino Raspberry Pi or Opto22 controllers and for LabVIEW or MATLAB applications
• Familiarity with NI hardware or Bustec hardware
• Knowledge of calibration principles (uncertainty calculation total error ratios etc.) and industry calibration standards (ISO/IEC 17025 ANSI NCSL Z540.3)
• Experience guiding teams in noise reduction shielding grounding techniques termination and analog/digital filtering to provide high-fidelity measurements
• Ability to specify instrumentation wiring needed for various data system and sensor interfaces
• Experience managing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1 Division 1 and Division 2 environments
• Understanding of programming languages (LabVIEW Java HTML C and/or Python)
• Previous experience at a rocket propulsion development or test facility

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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