Senior New Product Introduction Engineer, Electronics & Avionics Lunar Permanence
Phoenix, AZ - USA
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 the Lunar Permanence business unit which develops Blue Origins Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origins mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.Were seeking a Senior New Product Introduction Engineer to help transition advanced electronics and avionics from prototype to flight-ready hardware for next-generation lunar systems.
If youre from automotive consumer electronics high tech aerospace defense contract manufacturing or adjacent industries your electronics manufacturing expertise translates directly to our needs. This role is ideal for someone who can navigate electronics design and manufacturability trade spaces and who can manage complex NPI programs effectively because they have working technical knowledge of the hardware.
We are primarily seeking a senior-level engineer to help establish and scale this capability but are open to exceptional candidates at adjacent career levels whose electronics manufacturing NPI and cross-functional execution experience align with the needs of the role.
You will serve as a technical bridge between development manufacturing test supply chain suppliers and contract manufacturers ensuring design intent manufacturability inputs build strategy and production risks are understood and acted on throughout the hardware NPI lifecycle.
- Execute new product introduction for complex electronics assemblies PCBAs and avionics hardware.
- Drive DFM DFA and DFT improvements through hands-on analysis and manufacturability feedback.
- Coordinate build configuration readiness including engineering documentation release packages and build records.
- Support manufacturing process development validation troubleshooting and technical issue closure.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing assembly and test failures.
- Represent the development team on manufacturing floors and with contract manufacturers to resolve build issues and close technical gaps.
- Align build strategies prototype and pilot build objectives risk posture and production readiness criteria.
- Communicate build risks technical issues and production-readiness status in program reviews and cross-functional forums.
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
- 8 years of experience combining electronics manufacturing expertise with technical program or NPI coordination responsibilities.
- Hands-on experience with PCBA manufacturing SMT electronic assembly processes or test integration.
- Experience in electronics manufacturing and product development environments.
- Strong understanding of DFM DFA and DFT principles with demonstrated implementation experience.
- Experience working with contract manufacturers or electronics manufacturing services providers on build execution process development or issue resolution.
- Experience driving root cause analysis corrective actions or process improvements.
- Ability to manage complex technical programs while maintaining hands-on engineering involvement.
- Knowledge of IPC standards electronics manufacturing processes and quality systems.
- Experience with manufacturing readiness reviews build readiness reviews or technical process validation.
- Experience managing NPI programs from prototype through pilot build and production ramp.
- Experience with scalable production systems or manufacturing processes designed for volume growth.
- Background in hardware technical program management manufacturing program management product operations or similar cross-functional hardware execution roles.
- Experience with complex multi-board electronic systems avionics assemblies or electronics products transitioned from prototype to production.
Base Pay Range for:
CA applicants is $156802.00 - $219522.45 CO applicants is $144179.00 - $201849.90 WA applicants is $156802.00 - $219522.45Other site ranges may differ
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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Required Experience:
Senior IC
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.