Lunar Lander Manufacturing Engineering Manager Sr Verified today

About this role

You will lead and support manufacturing engineers in the production of Blue Origin's Blue Moon Mark 1 Lunar Lander. This role focuses on build execution, translating engineering definition into manufacturing work instructions, and processing build non-conformances. You work as part of Blue Origin Operations, which spans Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance across all facilities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of engineers responsible for manufacturing and production of lunar vehicles, subcomponents, and supporting hardware and tooling
• Build high-performing teams of top manufacturing talent, fostering a flexible organisation that overcomes challenges as they arise
• Guide teams through design development in Lunar Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), including build flow, process, and manufacturing development
• Support operations leadership in facilitating effective decision-making on complex, high-impact scenarios
• Provide focused, adaptive decision-making in a high-velocity aerospace production environment
• Lead development of fabrication specifications, acceptance and test plans, maintenance plans, and Statements of Work
• Support requirements generation within IPTs, including establishing and maintaining Interface Control Models (ICMs)
• Support design trades to enable efficient design for manufacturability and operational excellence
• Identify and develop critical manufacturing processes and steps for assembly, integration, and testing of lunar vehicles or hardware and tooling

Minimum qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or other relevant fields) from an accredited university
• 10+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering roles
• 5+ years of experience creating manufacturing work instructions
• Demonstrated ownership in your area of responsibility
• Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicles, automotive or similar
• Strong written, personal, technical, and software skills: CAD, Scheduling, Issue Tracking, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organisation
• Physically able to support production floor activities, climb stairs, work in small areas, and lift and carry 40 pounds

Preferred qualifications

• Master's degree in engineering, project management, or a related field
• Lean Six Sigma Greenbelt Certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and experience with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)
• 4+ years leading projects and/or teams in aerospace, high-reliability, or advanced manufacturing environments
• Manufacturing engineering experience on human-rated aerospace vehicles and hazardous operations
• Demonstrated leadership and relationship-building skills that drive team performance and deliver results
• Technical expertise across multiple hardware domains: system assembly, bonding and adhesive, fastener application, machining, composite fabrication, and electrical and mechanical integration
• Strong background in fabrication processes: machining, welding, composites, assembly, and advanced metrology (CMM, laser scanning)
• Demonstrated experience designing, building, and commissioning tooling and fixtures for manufacturing, assembly, or testing
• Proven record supporting requirements generation, Interface Control Models (ICMs), and cross-functional Integrated Product Team (IPT) contributions
• Proficiency in PLM/MRP systems: Teamcenter, Windchill, BOM management and reconciliation
• Previous experience using Jules, Windchill, and Creo software
• Excellent computer skills with ability to quickly learn various software tools for data analytics
• Familiarity with quality and safety standards: AS9100, ISO 9001, compliance, audits, and corrective action protocols
• Experience with manufacturing automation, digital work instructions, and advanced metrology tools
• In-depth project management and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for varied teams and stakeholders
• Commitment to world-class quality, mission assurance, attention to detail, and continuous improvement
• Ability to work onsite in a fast-paced production environment

Position details

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, day shift
• Location: Space Coast, Florida
• Relocation assistance available
• Potential travel: up to 10% for training and related activities

Requirements

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

A standard background check is required for all positions.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours per week)
• Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays