Blue Origin · 7 hours ago
Director of Avionics, Lunar Core Components
Phoenix, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Director/Executive
$207K/yr - $289K/yr
10+ years expBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems for the benefit of Earth. The Director of Avionics, Lunar Core Components will lead a large team responsible for the design, development, verification, and production of critical avionics systems for lunar landers, impacting the future of space exploration.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead the people and culture of the Lunar Core Avionics organization, fostering career development and raising the bar on performance through strategic planning, high‑quality decision-making, collaboration, communication, and trust
Lead multiple concurrent avionics hardware development campaigns across Command and Data Handling, Navigation Sensors, Power Generation, and Energy Storage product groups
Own and manage a large program portfolio, including budget allocation, integrated schedule development, staffing plans, and resource prioritization across all avionics development activities
Drive hardware development from concept through production, including architecture, detailed design, analysis, verification testing, qualification, and transition to production and flight operations
Establish and implement streamlined hardware development processes that enable speed while maintaining quality, clearly distinguishing value‑added activities from bureaucracy
Make informed, risk‑based decisions that balance technical performance, schedule, and cost while ensuring system safety and mission assurance are prioritized
Define and control technical requirements, interfaces, and performance specifications for avionics hardware systems and their integration into Lunar vehicles
Lead integrated product teams (IPTs) to deliver hardware on schedule and within budget while meeting performance, reliability, and safety requirements
Establish verification and validation strategies, including development testing, qualification testing, and acceptance testing approaches for avionics hardware
Drive design‑for‑manufacturing (DFM) and design‑for‑testability (DFT) principles throughout the hardware development lifecycle and into production
Collaborate with Vehicle Systems Engineering, Integration & Test, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Mission Operations teams to ensure seamless product delivery and support through flight
Qualification
Required
Experience with the full hardware development lifecycle across one or more space missions, including transition to production and support to flight operations
10+ years managing technical teams and/or leading functional groups, with responsibility for leading, coaching, and developing employees
Demonstrated experience effectively managing large engineering organizations, including fostering a culture of action, accountability, coaching, and development within hardware organizations
Deep technical knowledge of spacecraft avionics hardware systems, including C&DH, Electrical Power Systems (EPS), and GNC-related avionics
Strong program management experience, including budget development and management, integrated master scheduling, and portfolio management
Demonstrated ability to make risk-informed decisions in dynamic development environments
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of integrity, safety, and operational excellence
Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to lead and influence across organizations
Minimum of a B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or another relevant technical field
Preferred
Experience leading organizations of 100+ people across multiple product lines or programs
Experience with human spaceflight avionics systems and associated safety analysis and certification requirements
Direct experience in multiple avionics domains (e.g., C&DH, GNC sensors, power electronics, battery systems)
Experience managing transition from development to production, including implementation of DFM/DFT and production test strategies
Knowledge of radiation-hardened or radiation-tolerant electronics design and qualification
Experience with supplier management and procurement strategies for complex avionics and power systems
Experience implementing agile or iterative development approaches for hardware programs
Experience working within integrated product team structures and providing cross-functional leadership
Experience managing large capital equipment purchases and facility buildouts (labs, test equipment, production infrastructure)
Track record of delivering hardware programs on aggressive schedules while managing technical, cost, and schedule risk
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
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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