Shift Leader- Lunar- Assembly & Integration - All Shifts

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance (basic)

Life insurance (supplemental)

Paid parental leave

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

401(k) with company match up to 5%

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Florida is seeking a Shift Leader to supervise a skilled team of Technicians in fabrication, drilling, and assembly of aerospace structures. You will drive safety, quality, and lean improvements while meeting production goals across multiple shifts.

Ideal candidates bring extensive aerospace manufacturing leadership, strong problem‑solving skills, and a proven track record of improving first pass yield and cross‑functional coordination.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, assembly, integration, or a related manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience leading production teams, manufacturing cells, or shift operations.
• Interpreting engineering drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications.
• Experience with precision drilling, fixturing, and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment (torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers).
• Experience coordinating work across Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making in fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work at heights, lift up to 50 lbs, confined spaces.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and MES.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Technicians in fabrication, drilling, and assembly of aerospace structures.
• Promote safety, quality, and operational excellence across every shift.
• Execute the daily production plan while balancing safety, quality, and labor efficiency.
• Conduct shift startup meetings and communicate priorities to the team.
• Ensure work follows engineering drawings, specifications, and standard work.
• Identify bottlenecks and coordinate with Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain to resolve them.
• Provide hands-on guidance for structural assembly, fixturing, and alignment.
• Own shift metrics including Safety, Quality, Delivery, and First Pass Yield.
• Support hiring, onboarding, and career development of manufacturing personnel.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing

Team leadership

Engineering drawings interpretation

Lean manufacturing / continuous-improv

Problem solving

Safety compliance

Cross-functional coordination

Machining/ drilling experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace/manufacturing

Tools

MS Office

MES (Manufacturing Execution Systems)

ERP/MRP

Job description

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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. At Blue Origin, we are on a mission to enable a future where millions of people live and work in space for the benefit of Earth — and we are looking for extraordinary people to help us get there.

Position Specific Details

• Multiple Roles
• Shift: A | Mon‑Fri (6am-2:30pm), B | Mon‑Fri (2pm-10:30pm), C | Fri‑Sun (6am-6:30pm), D | Fri‑Sun (6pm - 6:30am)
• Location: FL
• Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise a team of Technicians in the fabrication, drilling, assembly, alignment, and integration of aerospace structures.
• Promote and enforce an uncompromising culture of safety, quality, accountability, and operational excellence throughout every shift.
• Execute the daily production plan while balancing safety, quality, delivery, and labor efficiency objectives.
• Conduct shift startup meetings, communicate production priorities, identify risks, and coordinate recovery plans to maintain schedule.
• Ensure technicians execute work in accordance with engineering drawings, manufacturing instructions, specifications, and approved standard work.
• Monitor work center performance and proactively remove production bottlenecks through effective coordination with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production Control.
• Provide technical guidance and hands‑on support for structural assembly, precision drilling, fixturing, alignment, and installation activities involving aluminum, titanium, Inconel, composite, and bonded assemblies.
• Ensure proper utilization and calibration of tooling, fixtures, torque equipment, precision measuring devices, and specialized aerospace assembly equipment.
• Drive First Pass Yield, defect prevention, and nonconformance reduction through disciplined process execution and root cause problem solving.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts during production issues while escalating technical risks appropriately.
• Develop technician capability through coaching, mentorship, cross‑training, skills qualification, and standardized work.
• Own shift metrics including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Labor Efficiency, First Pass Yield, Rework, and Schedule Adherence.
• Champion Lean Manufacturing principles by leading daily continuous improvement activities, waste reduction initiatives, 5S audits, and standardized work improvements.
• Support new product introduction, prototype builds, process validation activities, and production readiness initiatives.
• Ensure accurate production reporting, shift handoffs, labor charging, issue documentation, and communication with cross‑functional stakeholders.
• Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development of manufacturing personnel.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

This team at Blue Origin is responsible for manufacturing and integrating the primary structural assemblies that enable safe & reliable spacecraft. As a Shift Leader, you will lead a highly skilled team building complex flight hardware for the Lunar Permeance program. Success in this role requires balancing technical leadership with operational execution. You will create an environment where safety is never compromised, quality is built into every process, and continuous improvement is embedded into the team's daily work. Your leadership will directly influence production efficiency, manufacturing excellence, and the future of space exploration.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, assembly, integration, or a related manufacturing environment.
• 2+ years of experience leading production teams, manufacturing cells, or shift operations.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications.
• Working knowledge of structural drilling, precision assembly, fixturing, alignment, fastening, and aerospace manufacturing processes.
• Experience with precision measurement equipment including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, and inspection tools.
• Experience coordinating work across Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain organizations.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Ability to work at heights, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in confined spaces when required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing execution systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated leadership in aerospace structural assembly, launch vehicle manufacturing, or aircraft production.
• Experience leading production teams building flight hardware.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Standardized Work, Visual Management, and Daily Management Systems.
• Experience managing KPIs including First Pass Yield, labor efficiency, schedule attainment, nonconformance reduction, and productivity.
• Working knowledge of drilling systems including power feed drills, track drills, Jiffy/E-Tech tools, drill jigs, and precision hole preparation.
• Understanding of aerospace materials including aluminum, titanium, Inconel, composites, bonded structures, and sealing operations.
• Experience supporting MRB, NCR resolution, RCCA, and corrective action implementation.//The rest of the content continues similarly

  Culture Statement

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  Benefits

  • Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
  • Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
  • Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
  • Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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