Electrical Propulsion Senior Manager Verified today

The Role

As Senior Manager of the Propulsion Development & Production organization, you will lead a multidisciplinary team of engineers across electric propulsion, power electronics, thermal, structural, manufacturing, test, production, and quality engineering. You will drive technical integration and innovation to develop Hall thruster-based propulsion systems that maneuver Blue Ring constellation satellites.

This position is part of Blue National Security, focused on design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of technical professionals across multiple engineering disciplines
• Establish team vision, roadmap, and operational structure to deliver on strategic objectives
• Drive technical integration across various specialties, ensuring cohesive solutions that meet program needs
• Collaborate with program leadership to define technical priorities and resource allocation
• Facilitate cross-functional partnerships with other Blue Origin organizations
• Identify and mitigate technical risks across multiple domains
• Champion innovation while maintaining focus on practical, implementable solutions
• Establish and maintain technical standards and best practices across disciplines
• Develop metrics and reporting structures to track team performance and project progress
• Represent Advanced Capabilities in senior leadership forums and strategic planning activities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in aerospace, defense, or related high-tech industry
• 5+ years of technical leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams
• 5+ years experience with propulsion systems
• Demonstrated success leading complex technical projects involving multiple engineering domains
• Strong understanding of spacecraft engineering principles and practices
• Proven ability to translate strategic vision into tactical execution plans and lead teams to execute such plans
• Track record of delivering results in highly technical environments on short schedules

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in a relevant technical discipline
• Experience in two or more of the team's technical domains: electric propulsion, electric propulsion power electronics, thermal, structural, manufacturing, and/or test engineering
• Background in developing innovative capabilities for space systems
• Experience in high-production rate environments
• Knowledge of emerging technologies and their application to aerospace challenges
• History of successful collaboration across disciplines
• Program/project management certification or equivalent experience

Personal Characteristics

• Exceptional leadership and interpersonal communication skills
• Strategic thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
• Collaborative mindset with ability to inspire technical teams
• Comfortable operating in ambiguous environments with competing priorities
• Passion for Blue Origin's mission and space exploration
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to a broad audience
• Resilient, adaptable approach to overcoming challenges

Compensation and Benefits

Base pay range for Washington applicants: $183,807.00 to $257,328.75. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, Education Support Program, and stock options for regular employees. Paid time off up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Additional Information

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 25% of the time
• Applicants must be U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as refugee or granted asylum
• Standard background check required for all positions