Senior Fabrication Operations Leader – Aerospace

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Benefits package including medical, 1k

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Job summary

Blue Origin in Florida is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Leader to head a team of technicians, shift leaders, and managers in fabrication. You will drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across CNC and machining activities.

The role requires deep knowledge of machining, GD&T, CAD/CAM familiarity, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and supply chain to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience managing a team within a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• 10+ years of experience in as an individual contributor within a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• 5+ years of experience working in fabrication manufacturing to include machining, welding, cable harness, and/or tube production.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making and operational improvements.
• Proficiency in digital tools, including Windows and Microsoft Office applications.
• Track record of driving continuous improvement initiatives

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of technicians, shift leaders and managers
• Deep understanding of CNC machining, conventional machining, tooling, fixturing, and metrology
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting engineering drawings and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• Lead and optimize manufacturing operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Develop and execute production plans to meet delivery schedules
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming (e.g., Mastercam, Siemens NX)
• Mentor manufacturing teams, providing guidance and fostering a positive work environment, encouraging teamwork and openness, and sharing information to foster unity.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams to address manufacturing challenges, balancing day-to-day activities with strategic planning.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance production processes and metrics.
• Monitor production performance and provide regular updates to senior management, demonstrating sound judgment and understanding the impact of team actions on business drivers and adapting to industry changes.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory, and company standards, and take initiative on opportunities and challenges with urgency and enthusiasm.
• Manage budget and resource allocation for manufacturing activities
• Support new product introductions and scale up production capabilities
• Evaluate inputs and criteria to make informed decisions with a focus on decision quality.

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, Military, or equivalent experience

Job description

Blue Origin in Florida is seeking a Manufacturing Operations Leader to head a team of technicians, shift leaders, and managers in fabrication. You will drive efficiency, quality, and continuous improvement across CNC and machining activities.

The role requires deep knowledge of machining, GD&T, CAD/CAM familiarity, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and supply chain to meet production goals.