Senior Manager, Solar Structures & Deployable Mechanisms

Blue Origin; Washington; On-site; USD 183,807 - 257,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Up to 20% travel

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and company holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin in Washington is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Lead for its Solar Center of Excellence. You will manage engineering teams to revolutionize solar power systems for space operations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive aerospace experience and a passion for innovative systems design. Responsibilities include leading design initiatives, ensuring production efficiency, and collaborating across departments.

A full benefits package is offered, including stock options and competitive compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 8–12 years of experience in mechanical design and engineering.
• Strong understanding of structural analysis methods for spaceflight hardware.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of mechanical engineers for structures and mechanisms design.
• Provide technical oversight for solar array deployment mechanisms.
• Drive design standardization across Blue Origin programs.

Skills

Mechanical design

Aerospace engineering

Project management

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

CAD software

Analysis tools

Job description

Blue Origin in Washington is seeking a Mechanical Engineering Lead for its Solar Center of Excellence. You will manage engineering teams to revolutionize solar power systems for space operations.

The ideal candidate will have extensive aerospace experience and a passion for innovative systems design. Responsibilities include leading design initiatives, ensuring production efficiency, and collaborating across departments.

A full benefits package is offered, including stock options and competitive compensation based on experience.