Supervisor - Flight Systems Labs

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 66,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Lab Supervisor to lead a development and test technician team in our Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering lab. You will mentor staff, drive safe, efficient work, and ensure adherence to quality standards while supporting engineering development activities.

You will plan daily work, coordinate with engineering teams for testing and hardware builds, and manage lab resources and documentation while pursuing continuous improvement and team growth.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of aerospace labs, manufacturing, or technical ops experience.
• 1+ year in a leadership, supervisory, or team-lead role.
• Strong safety practices and quality standards.
• Proficient with data tracking, reporting, and productivity tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of development lab technicians.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily work to meet schedules and milestones.
• Ensure lab activities comply with safety protocols and quality standards.
• Partner with engineering teams to support testing, prototyping, and builds.
• Monitor team performance and provide regular feedback.
• Train and onboard new technicians and ensure skill development.
• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency, quality, safety.
• Manage lab resources, tools, equipment, and consumables.
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting on lab operations.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Communicate with cross-functional teams including engineering, production, quality.

Skills

Lab leadership

Mentoring

Safety compliance

Data tracking

Communication

Project planning

Documentation

Staff development

Education

Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical field

High school diploma

Tools

Lab equipment familiarity

Data logging software

Job description

Application close date:

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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated lab Supervisor to lead a team of development and test technicians. In this role, you will mentor and develop a team, and ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. You will play a key role in supporting engineering development activities and driving continuous improvement within the lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of development lab technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily work to meet development schedules and program milestones.
• Ensure all lab activities are conducted in compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and established procedures.
• Partner with engineering teams to support development testing, prototyping, and hardware builds.
• Monitor team performance, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Train and onboard new technicians, ensuring proper skill development and adherence to best practices.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Manage lab resources, including tools, equipment, and consumables, ensuring availability and proper maintenance.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and reporting related to lab operations and activities.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action efforts when issues arise.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in aerospace labs, manufacturing, or technical operations environment.
• 1+ years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or team lead role.
• Strong understanding of safety practices and quality standards.
• Proficiency with data tracking, reporting, and productivity tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience mentoring or training entry-level employees.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and work in a lab environment for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in a technical or engineering-related field.
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents, drawings, and procedures.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles or continuous improvement methodologies.

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $47.82 - $66.94

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affiant Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.