Lunar Operations - Sr. Industrial Engineer Verified today
About the Role
You will support the efficient production of lunar products at Blue Origin's state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. This hands-on position requires strong technical expertise, leadership, and commitment to quality in support of human spaceflight programs.
Key Responsibilities
- Analyze and design workflows and production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies to streamline production operations
- Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and cost-effectiveness
- Develop and apply time and motion studies to optimize labor utilization and reduce production cycle time
- Update durations and days required to build based on time studies in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
- Conduct capacity planning and resource allocation to maximize output and meet production deadlines
- Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes
- Monitor production metrics and lead initiatives to address variances or quality issues
- Develop standard operating procedures and best practices for production
- Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies
- Monitor and report on product health (technical producibility, schedule adherence) through entire product build and delivery
- Apply program management principles to develop executable plans and implement creative solutions to complex problems
- Capture best practices and manage organizational knowledge and lessons learned
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 8+ years of proven experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably aerospace or high-tech industries
- Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning Systems (Product Life Cycle Management, Manufacturing Execution System, Material Requirements Planning)
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve production issues
- Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
- Detail-oriented with focus on quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
- Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Preferred Skills
- Simulation tools (AnyLogic or similar)
- 3D Modeling (CATIA or similar)
- PLM software (Windchill or similar)
- Web-based collaboration and document management (SharePoint or similar)
Compensation and Benefits
Base pay range for WA applicants: $134,434.00 - $188,207.25 (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%, and Education Support Program. Stock options available for regular employees (20+ hours/week). Paid time off up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background check required. Ongoing applications accepted until requisition closes.