Systems Engineering Leader, Future Concepts & Capabilities

Blue Origin; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 138,000 - 193,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) matched up to 5%

Education support program

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Denver, CO, seeks a dynamic Manager to lead the Future Concepts & Capabilities - Systems Engineering team within Blue National Security. You will oversee a multidisciplinary group spanning mission, mechanical, electrical systems, and more, driving integration and innovation across domains.

The role requires a strong foundation in systems engineering, 7+ years in aerospace/high-tech environments, and proven leadership to translate strategy into executable plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field.
• 7+ years in aerospace, defense, or related high-tech industry.
• 3+ years of technical leadership managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Proven success leading complex projects across engineering domains.
• Strong systems engineering principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a diverse team of technical professionals across multiple engineering disciplines.
• Establish team vision, roadmap and operational structure to meet objectives.
• Drive technical integration across specialties to fulfill program needs.
• Collaborate with program leadership to define priorities and allocate resources.
• Foster cross-functional partnerships within Blue Origin and manage risks.
• Champion innovation while delivering practical, implementable solutions.
• Set technical standards and best practices across disciplines.
• Develop metrics and reporting to track progress.

Skills

Systems engineering

Technical leadership

Multidisciplinary teams

Aerospace experience

Project management

Strategic execution

Cross-domain collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Master's degree or PhD (preferred)

Job description

Blue Origin in Denver, CO, seeks a dynamic Manager to lead the Future Concepts & Capabilities - Systems Engineering team within Blue National Security. You will oversee a multidisciplinary group spanning mission, mechanical, electrical systems, and more, driving integration and innovation across domains.

The role requires a strong foundation in systems engineering, 7+ years in aerospace/high-tech environments, and proven leadership to translate strategy into executable plans.