Director, Engine Processing
Job Location:
Huntsville, AL - USA
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Job Summary
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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 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.Description:
We are a team of collaborators doers and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety and operational excellence. This position will directlyimpactthe history of space exploration and will require your focused dedication 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 tobenefitEarth.
The Director Engine Processing roleileadsthe teamresponsible forall ofthe engines and thrusters tested by Blue Origin atall ofourlocations. The Director is a leader of a collaborative and passionate team of engineers and technicians whomaintain modify and leadall ofour development and production engines and thrusters from their completionon the production linetodeliveryto our customers.
The Director is a senior leader within the Test Operations organization setting the vision and long-term strategy for the Engine Processing team. The Director works closely with all Blue Origin business units in ensuring the engines are delivered when needed in the correct configuration and to the highest level of quality safely and efficiently. This role involves effectively planning and leading all aspects of capital overhead and labor budgets and leading capital improvement projects. Effective communications andlong termplanning are vital to a successful Director.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and strong dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is!
Responsibilities:
Lead multiple teams responsible for management maintenance and modifications for all engines and thrusters
Establish andmaintainprocesses and systems foroptimizingand ensuring quality of all work performed on engines
Collaborate with internal customers to provide engines in required timeline and performing any changes or maintenance work
Drive the measurement analysis reporting and improvement of each teams performance
Instill a culture of continuous improvement through finding opportunities root cause analysis and corrective actions to increase efficiency and quality
Own all critical metrics associated with engine processing including continually improving performance
Define lead and monitor budget and schedule for team operation and engine deliveries
Lead and mentor leaders within the team
Continuously ensure safety of all team members and flight hardware driving a strong safety culture
Responsible for teamslocatedat Launch Site One in Van Horn TX Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville. AL and the Air Force Research Lab in Rosamond CA
Qualifications:
BS in engineering manufacturingor 8 years of equivalentleadershipexperienceinmanufacturing maintenance or testingof complex systems
5 years of experience in personnel leadership and/ormanagement
6 years of experience leading budgets projects and/orprograms of growing complexity and scope
5 years of experience in aerospace maintenance testing or manufacture; or similarly complex industries like oil & gas or automotive
Highly self-motivated organized and capable of planning and guiding complex technical work
Strong bias for action and a proventrack recorddelivering results
Understanding andutilizationof production scheduling MRP/ERP systems
Adept in process definition development deployment measurement and improvement
Practiced with job-hazard analysis and other safety analysis practices
Skilled in customer relations and expectation management
Familiarity with standard methodologies and tools related to manufacturing drawings work orders inventory systems production control
Must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Must be eligibleand abletogain access to Redstone Arsenal
Desired:
Masters degree MBA or a degree in aerospace manufacturing or related field is a plus
Experience with rocket engine manufacture and testing
Knowledge of systems engineering standard processes
Knowledge of production control practices and methodologies
Working knowledge of AS9100 and quality control processes
Hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations in a safe and effective manner
Experienced with the design analysis qualification and production of manufactured components for space applications
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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About Company
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.
