Sr. Manufacturing Technology & Vendor Management DFX Engineer

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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!

Blue Origins Emerging Systems business unit is building TeraWave a satellite communications constellation powered by the most advanced optical communications architecture ever attempted: thousands of optically interconnected satellites delivering symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth providing enterprise and hyperscale customers with resilient scalable connectivity for critical operations where terrestrial infrastructure cannot reach.

As a Senior Manufacturing Technology & Vendor Management DFX Engineer you will own the end-to-end manufacturing technology evaluation and supplier/vendor integration for TeraWave production bridging emerging manufacturing technologies external supplier capabilities and volume production readiness. As a foundational element of TeraWave operations hardware must leverage manufacturing technologies and supplier partnerships architected not only for capability but for manufacturability testability reliability and serviceability at constellation scale. This is a hands-on role for an engineer who has evaluated qualified and scaled manufacturing technologies and managed supplier relationships in fast-moving high-volume manufacturing environments and wants to apply that experience to hardware operating at orbital scale.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.
• Travel: Up to 50%.

Responsibilities

Technology Transfer & DFX

• Lead and facilitatetechnology transfer activitiesto and from internal subsystem team and external vendors ensuring manufacturing processes tooling fixtures and technical data packages are accurately and completely communicated and implemented
• ApplyDFX (Design for Manufacturability Assembly Inspection Cost and Reliability)principles throughout the product lifecycle to optimize designs for internal and external manufacturing environments
• ConductDFX reviewswith cross-functional teams including Design Engineering Quality Supply Chain and Vendors to identify and resolve producibility risks early in the design cycle
• Develop and maintainmanufacturing process documentation work instructions and technical specifications to support technology transfer activities
• Evaluate vendor manufacturing capabilities and provide guidance to ensure processes meet Blue Origins technical and quality requirements
• Supportnew process introductionand qualification activities at vendor sites including process validation First Article Inspection (FAI) and production readiness reviews

Project Management

• Own and managetechnology transfer project plans including scope schedule milestones risk mitigation and resource allocation for both internal and external manufacturing efforts
• Track and report program status risks and issues to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders with clarity and regularity
• Drive execution of deliverables across multiple concurrent projects maintaining alignment between engineering supply chain quality and operations teams
• Lead structured problem-solving efforts to resolve technical and production challenges at vendors and internal facilities utilizing tools such as8D A3 FMEA and root cause analysis
• CoordinateDesign/Manufacturing/Process Reviewswith internal teams and suppliers to ensure milestone readiness

Vendor Management

• Serve as theprimary technical point of contactfor assigned vendors on manufacturing technology process capability and DFX-related topics
• Conduct regularvendor site assessmentsto evaluate manufacturing readiness process controls and compliance with Blue Origin engineering and quality requirements
• Collaborate with Supply Chain and Procurement teams to establish supplier selection criteria based on technical capability and capacity
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives with vendors to enhance quality cost lead time and manufacturing maturity
• Supportsupplier development programsto elevate vendor capabilities in alignment with Blue Origins evolving technology roadmap
• Manage vendornon-conformance resolutionin coordination with Quality Engineering ensuring timely corrective actions and lessons learned are implemented

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree inMechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Aerospace Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 10 yearsof experience in manufacturing engineering process engineering or related discipline within aerospace defense or advanced manufacturing industries
• Demonstrated experience withtechnology transferprocesses in a manufacturing environment
• Proficiency inDFX methodologies(DFM DFA DFMA DFI DFC)
• Experience withproject managementtools and methodologies (e.g. MS Project Smartsheet Agile or equivalent)
• Familiarity withaerospace manufacturing processessuch as machining welding additive manufacturing composite fabrication or precision assembly
• Strong understanding ofGD&T (ASME Y14.5) technical drawings and engineering data packages
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings specifications and standards
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to interface effectively across all organizational levels
• Willingness and ability totravel up to 30%for vendor site visits and program support
• Must be aU.S. citizen or permanent resident(required for work on export-controlled technology)

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Engineering or Business Administration (MBA)
• PMP (Project Management Professional)certification or equivalent
• Experience withAS9100 / aerospace quality management systems
• Background insupplier quality engineeringor supplier development
• Hands-on experience withpropulsion structures or avionicsmanufacturing systems
• Knowledge ofITAR/EARexport control regulations as they apply to technology transfer
• Familiarity withAPQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning)and production part approval processes (PPAP)
• Experience usingPLM/PDM systems(e.g. Windchill Teamcenter) and ERP systems (e.g. SAP Oracle)
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification

Base Pay Range for:

Other 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 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

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