Senior Manufacturing Leader – Spaceflight & Operations

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Manager of Manufacturing Engineering and Technology to lead our stage manufacturing process. This role will oversee Manufacturing Engineers and Planners supporting New Glenn first stage design integration, driving operational excellence, and collaborating with engineering, quality, and supply chain to resolve manufacturing challenges.

The on-site position at Space Coast, FL requires 5+ years of leadership in aerospace manufacturing, a bachelor’s in engineering,

Qualifications

• 5+ years managing a team in manufacturing/aerospace.
• 5+ years as an individual contributor in manufacturing/aerospace.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, Military, or equivalent experience required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to analyze data and metrics to drive decision-making and operational improvements.
• Ability to lift 50lbs and comfortable working at heights or in confined spaces.
• Proficiency in Windows and Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize manufacturing operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Develop and execute production build plans to meet delivery schedules.
• Mentor manufacturing teams, providing guidance and fostering teamwork and openness.
• 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 opportunity 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing engineering

Aerospace experience

Data analysis

Communication

Regulatory/safety

Lift/physical ability

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Manager of Manufacturing Engineering and Technology to lead our stage manufacturing process. This role will oversee Manufacturing Engineers and Planners supporting New Glenn first stage design integration, driving operational excellence, and collaborating with engineering, quality, and supply chain to resolve manufacturing challenges.

The on-site position at Space Coast, FL requires 5+ years of leadership in aerospace manufacturing, a bachelor’s in engineering,