Ground System Fabrication Manager: Piping & GSE Lead

BLUE ORIGIN; Melbourne (KY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team that fabricates ground system piping and GSE hardware, mainly on the Launch Pad with support for test stands across sites.

You will guide technical teams in vacuum jacketed line fabrication, welding, coatings, cleaning, inspection, and testing while engaging new stakeholders, planning resources, and driving project execution to meet safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• B.S degree in Engineering or 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with contract documents including plans, specs and code.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and climb stairs; perform in varied weather conditions.
• Ability to manage technically complex projects with independent judgment.
• Willingness to adapt to shifting requirements and constraints.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to obtain government installation badges.

Responsibilities

• Establish goals for the Manufacturing Engineering team supporting fabrication.
• Oversee fabrication operations for efficiency, compliance, and cost control.
• Lead stakeholder engagement from project intake to closeout.
• Develop long-term capabilities of fabrication facilities and team leadership.
• Manage work orders in ERP/MRP: create, release, track, close; ensure accurate materials data.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Welding/procedures

MS Office

Communication

Security clearance eligibility

Education

B.S degree in Engineering or 5+ years experience

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

ASME/B31.3 piping knowledge

Contract documentation

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Manager to lead a team that fabricates ground system piping and GSE hardware, mainly on the Launch Pad with support for test stands across sites.

You will guide technical teams in vacuum jacketed line fabrication, welding, coatings, cleaning, inspection, and testing while engaging new stakeholders, planning resources, and driving project execution to meet safety and quality standards.