Manager - Engines Integrated Hardware in the Loop and Research/Development Labs

Blue Origin LLC; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 151,000 - 211,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in the Seattle area is seeking a Manager for Engines Integrated Hardware in the Loop and R&D Labs. You will lead a multidisciplinary team across BE-IHIL, V&M, and CD Labs, setting technical direction and overseeing day-to-day lab operations.

You will balance hands-on engineering judgment with people leadership, drive design reviews, and ensure adherence to codes and specifications while interfacing with program leadership.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree, or higher, in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent.
• Experience leading and running small teams on fast-paced projects with little direction and under minimal supervision.
• U.S. citizen or national or lawful resident as required by U.S. regulations.

Responsibilities

• Set and maintain scope and goals for BE-IHIL, V&M, and CD Labs in line with Engines customer needs.
• Serve as technical authority for BE-IHIL, V&M and CD Labs and approve critical design packages.
• Directly manage engineers and technicians, recruiting and developing talent.
• Oversee project scope, schedule, budget, and technical quality across multiple test stations.
• Coordinate with program managers and systems engineers to align lab capabilities with program goals.

Skills

Project management

Aerospace control systems

Team leadership

Risk management

Configuration management

Requirements development

Verification planning

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/Computer Science

Tools

Lab instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Hydraulic actuators

Job description

## Manager - Engines Integrated Hardware in the Loop and Research/Development LabsApply: Greater Seattle Area: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R72504Application close date:Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.As the functional manager of the Engine Specialty Engineering and Infrastructure (ESEI) – Infrastructure team, you will oversee the Blue Engines Integrated Hardware in the Loop (BE-IHIL) Lab, the Valves and Mechanisms (V&M) Development Lab, the Combustion Devices (CD) Lab and any future development spaces to support Blue Engines. You will lead a multidisciplinary group of electrical and mechanical engineers in designing, developing, and operating world class engine component test and integration facilities. You will balance hands-on technical leadership with people management, setting the technical direction for the team, developing your engineers, driving execution, and serving as the primary interface between your team and program leadership.This is a technical management role and is not a purely administrative management position. You will be expected to maintain meaningful technical engagement with the work your team produces, provide engineering judgment on critical design decisions, and be a credible technical voice with stakeholders across the program.Responsibilities:Technical Leadership* Set and maintain the scope and definition of the BE-IHIL, Valves & Mechanisms (V&M), and Turbomachinery (TM)/Combustion Devices (CD) Development Labs, aligning their goals and capabilities with the needs of Engines customers.* Serve as technical authority for the BE-IHIL, V&M and CD Labs, providing guidance and judgment on complex design challenges.* Establish and maintain mechanical and electrical design standards, analysis methods, and best practices for the team.* Review and approve critical design packages, engineering drawings, lab policies, and test plans.* Drive design reviews at key project milestones; ensure all team deliverables comply with applicable codes, standards, and specifications.People Leadership* Directly manage a team of engineers and technicians supporting the BE-IHIL, V&M, and CD Labs.* Recruit, hire, and onboard engineering talent, actively build and maintain a strong team pipeline.* Conduct regular 1:1s, performance reviews, and career development conversations, identify skill gaps and develop targeted growth plans for all direct reports.* Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and safety-first team culture consistent with Blue Origin's values.Program Execution & Cross-Functional Leadership* Own team deliverables, manage scope, schedule, budget, and technical quality across multiple concurrent test stations, identify and communicate risks early and drive mitigation plans.* Oversee external design and fabrication partners, ensure technical compliance, quality, and schedule adherence through the full project lifecycle including fabrication, assembly, installation, and testing & activation.* Interface with program managers, systems engineers, operations leads to align on priorities and ensure test station capability is aligned with program goals.* Represent the large mechanisms team in program-level reviews, technical interchange meetings, and leadership forums, contribute to budget, headcount planning, and resource allocation in coordination with senior leadership.Qualifications:* B.S. degree, or higher, in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent* 4+ years relevant experience.* Knowledge and strong fundamentals in project management approaches and techniques* Previous experience with aerospace control systems* Experience leading and running small teams on fast-paced projects with little direction and under minimal supervision* Risk management, configuration management, requirements development, and verification planning* Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Desired:* Master's Degree (M.S.) or higher in aerospace, systems engineering, business, or a related field* Direct management or team/technical leadership experience* Technical expertise within one of the following areas: Hydraulic Actuators, Lab Instrumentation and Data Acquisition Systems, Avionics, Electric Actuator Control, Engine/Assembly Test* Experience developing aerospace products from the concept phase through new product introduction* First principles design knowledge of Hydraulic and Electrical actuation systems* Experience building or scaling engineering teams in a fast-paced aerospace or industrial environment.**Compensation range for on site WA applicants is****Inclusivity Statement**Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.### Base Pay Range for:WA applicants is $150,743.00 - $211,039.50