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Blue Origin · 1 day ago

Lunar Operations - Manager - Manufacturing Engineers

Greater Seattle Area

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$140K/yr - $196K/yr

6+ years exp

Blue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineering Managers to lead teams in advancing human spaceflight through innovative manufacturing solutions. The role involves overseeing manufacturing processes, collaborating with integrated product teams, and ensuring the delivery of high-quality lunar vehicles and hardware.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers responsible for manufacturing and production of lunar vehicles, subcomponents, or supporting hardware/tooling

Build high-performing teams of top manufacturing talent, fostering a flexible organization that overcomes challenges as they arise

Guide teams through design development in the context of Lunar Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), including build/flow, process, and manufacturing development

Aid Operations Leadership in facilitating effective decision-making on complex, high-impact scenarios

Provide focused, adaptive decision-making in a high-velocity aerospace production environment

Lead the development of fabrication specifications, acceptance & test plans, maintenance plans, and Statements of Work

Support requirements generation within IPTs, including establishing and maintaining Interface Control Models (ICMs)

Support design trades to enable efficient design for manufacturability and operational excellence

Identify and develop critical manufacturing processes and steps required for assembly, integration, and testing of lunar vehicles or hardware/tooling

Qualification

Manufacturing EngineeringLean Six SigmaAerospace ManufacturingProject ManagementTooling DevelopmentProcess ImprovementFabrication ProcessesPLM/MRP SystemsDigital LiteracyQuality StandardsTeam LeadershipCommunication Skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering (other relevant fields may apply) from an accredited university

6+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering roles

3+ years of experience creating English work instructions

Must be able to work second shift and have flexibility to move shifts as needed. Open to work extended hours if required

Preferred

Master's degree in engineering, project management, or a related field

Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

4+ years leading projects and/or teams in aerospace/high-reliability or advanced manufacturing environments

Manufacturing engineering experience on human-rated aerospace vehicles and hazardous operations

Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills that drive team performance and deliver results

Technical expertise across multiple hardware domains, including system assembly, bonding/adhesive and fastener application, machining/composite fabrication, and electrical/mechanical integration

Strong background in fabrication processes: machining, welding, composites, assembly, and advanced metrology (CMM, laser scanning)

Demonstrated experience designing, building, and commissioning tooling/fixtures for manufacturing, assembly, or testing

Proven record supporting requirements generation, Interface Control Models (ICMs), and cross-functional IPT contributions

Proficiency in PLM/MRP systems (Teamcenter, Windchill), BOM management, and reconciliation

Digital literacy in MS Office Suite, MS Project, MS Visio, Jira, Confluence

Familiarity with quality and safety standards (AS9100, ISO 9001), compliance/audits, and corrective action protocols

Experience with manufacturing automation, digital work instructions, and advanced metrology tools

In-depth project management and cross-functional collaboration skills

Strong written and verbal communication skills for varied teams and stakeholders

Commitment to world-class quality, mission assurance, attention to detail, and continuous improvement

Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment