Director of Avionics Manufacturing – Spaceflight Programs

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 203,000 - 284,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a dynamic Director of Avionics to lead avionics development and manufacturing across facilities. You will define strategies, drive manufacturing innovations, and lead a team responsible for test, check-out, fabrication, and assembly of electro/mechanical systems including power distribution and safety critical subsystems.

You will collaborate with programs to advance capabilities, reduce cycle times, and ensure quality, while mentoring a high-performing team in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering or manufacturing; MBA/MS a plus.
• 10+ years of leadership in manufacturing (launch vehicles, spacecraft, aerospace, or related).
• 7+ years managing budgets, projects, and teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for avionics at Blue Origin.
• Align avionics initiatives with company goals and customer needs.
• Oversee development of new avionics manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Increase production capabilities and efficiency of avionics manufacturing processes.
• Implement strategies for cycle time reduction to improve delivery timelines.
• Collaborate with program teams to develop and qualify manufacturing capabilities.
• Engage with stakeholders to communicate progress, challenges, and successes.
• Build relationships with customers, suppliers, and industry partners.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing avionics team.
• Oversee delivery of new manufacturing capacity and capabilities.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Schedule management

Team leadership

Communication

Education

B.S. in engineering/manufacturing

Master's or MBA (plus)

Job description

Blue Origin seeks a dynamic Director of Avionics to lead avionics development and manufacturing across facilities. You will define strategies, drive manufacturing innovations, and lead a team responsible for test, check-out, fabrication, and assembly of electro/mechanical systems including power distribution and safety critical subsystems.

You will collaborate with programs to advance capabilities, reduce cycle times, and ensure quality, while mentoring a high-performing team in a fast-paced