Spacecraft Manufacturing Operations Manager

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Stock options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is building a Lunar Lander Manufacturing Facility in Florida and seeks a seasoned manufacturing leader to guide a team of technicians. You will optimize operations, develop production plans, mentor teams, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain to overcome challenges and drive efficiency.

The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced aerospace environment with opportunities for growth and impact.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of experience managing a team within a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• 5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or aerospace environment.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, Military, or equivalent experience.
• 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 of various skillsets
• Lead and optimize manufacturing operations to ensure efficiency and quality.
• Develop and execute production plans to meet delivery schedules.
• 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.

Skills

Team leadership

Manufacturing

Data analysis

Communication skills

MS Office

Continuous improvement

Education

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

Tools

CAD software

ERP systems

SPC knowledge

Job description

Blue Origin is building a Lunar Lander Manufacturing Facility in Florida and seeks a seasoned manufacturing leader to guide a team of technicians. You will optimize operations, develop production plans, mentor teams, and collaborate with engineering, quality, and supply chain to overcome challenges and drive efficiency.

The role emphasizes safety, cost control, and delivering high-quality results in a fast-paced aerospace environment with opportunities for growth and impact.