Blue Origin · 14 hours ago
Vice President, Avionics - New Glenn
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$319K/yr - $431K/yr
15+ years expBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. As the Vice President of Avionics, you will lead the development and operations of the New Glenn launch vehicle's avionics systems, ensuring high standards of quality and reliability while overseeing the entire lifecycle of avionics products.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own and control the technical baseline for all New Glenn avionics subsystems: electrical power systems, guidance/navigation/control, RF communications, command & data handling, telemetry, and vehicle networks
Architect the long-term avionics roadmap that balances performance, cost, schedule, and risk across the full vehicle lifecycle
Establish integrated design principles across hardware, software, and test systems that deliver mission reliability while meeting aerospace quality and regulatory standards
Provide high-caliber technical direction that ensures engineering outputs meet mission objectives while enabling production scalability
Oversee the complete lifecycle of avionics products from requirement definition through design, development, integration, verification, validation, qualification, production, and flight operations
Manage P&L accountability for New Glenn avionics, including budget development, resource allocation, and cost control
Lead major technical and programmatic reviews with internal and external stakeholders, including executive leadership, customers, and regulatory bodies
Ensure compliance with aerospace standards while driving schedule acceleration and cost reduction
Establish avionics production architecture that transitions from engineering builds to high-volume manufacturing
Deploy continuous improvement methodologies, data-driven quality systems, and automation tools to maximize throughput and first-pass yield
Manage external procurements and internal hardware dependencies across multi-site operations
Implement risk management frameworks and proactive mitigation strategies at the program level
Build, mentor, and inspire large avionics organizations across hardware engineering, embedded software, electrical design, and manufacturing
Provide leadership development, performance management, and succession planning for senior managers and functional leaders
Foster a culture of innovation, quality, and psychological safety that attracts and retains top technical talent
Champion organizational change initiatives and export avionics best practices across Blue Origin programs
Serve as the avionics voice on New Glenn executive leadership team—influencing technical and business decisions at the program level
Partner with Manufacturing, Propulsion, Structures, Mission Operations, Supply Chain, and Ground Systems to solve complex integration challenges
Define system-level requirements in collaboration with Product, Systems Engineering, and Mission Assurance teams
Support launch operations and lead real-time anomaly resolution with executive-level technical authority
Execute strategic and tactical initiatives that drive measurable gains in performance, reliability, cost, and velocity
Balance competing priorities across cost, schedule, technical performance, and risk with mature business judgment
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related technical field
15+ years of progressive leadership experience in avionics, complex electrical systems, or analogous high-reliability electronics (aerospace, defense, automotive, industrial, medical devices), including: Executive or senior leadership roles with P&L and budget management responsibility, Managing large technical organizations and leading cross-functional teams at scale, Full product lifecycle from requirements through production and operations
Deep understanding of integrated electronics systems architecture: power systems, control systems, communications, embedded computing, and system integration
Demonstrated ability to make high-stakes technical and business decisions, balancing cost, schedule, performance, and risk
Proven track record leading complex, multi-year programs with significant business impact and scale-up challenges
Strong executive presence with excellent communication skills—ability to influence and align stakeholders at all organizational levels
Experience managing supplier ecosystems, procurement strategy, and external dependencies
Strategic thinker with bias for action and operational execution excellence
Preferred
20+ years in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics industries
Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
Executive leadership experience at VP or equivalent level in technology-driven companies
Experience scaling electronics systems from development to high-volume production
Experience with safety-critical systems development and aerospace quality standards
Knowledge of program management methodologies and risk management frameworks
Experience with manufacturing operations for complex electronics assemblies
Background in embedded systems, flight software, or real-time control systems
Existing relationships with suppliers and industry partners in aerospace or adjacent markets
Experience with launch vehicle, spacecraft, aircraft, or autonomous vehicle systems
Benefits
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%
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.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
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