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Lunar | Shift Leader - Manufacturing, Ops & Assembly | A shift Verified today

Blue Origin · Seattle, WA · Space Systems · first seen 2026-10-15
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Role Overview

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, overseeing Lunar ZBO HEX production activities. You will bring comprehensive knowledge of clean work assembly, ISO-rated cleanroom operations, welding and laser welding techniques, precision machining, and post-processing in controlled environments. You will manage technician workflows, provide mentorship, and ensure successful production outcomes in an advanced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate and lead all Lunar operations technicians
  • Enforce cleanroom standards and operational protocols, including annual reviews, mentoring, and disciplinary action
  • Interface with Kent operations leadership and prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals
  • Identify and mitigate scheduling risks in precision cleanroom assembly
  • Minimize production interruptions in ISO-rated environments through cross-functional coordination
  • Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications for clean work assembly and precision fabrication
  • Manage non-conforming hardware disposition to return products to conforming state within tight tolerance requirements
  • Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement of clean production processes
  • Establish and analyze area metrics for trend analysis to drive personnel training, efficiency improvements, product flow optimization, and root cause analysis
  • Implement corrective action plans and eliminate defects in the clean manufacturing value stream
  • Reduce downtime for product and personnel in controlled environment production
  • Lead transition of Lunar program products from engineering development to full rate production
  • Drive manufacturability and provide feedback to engineering and design on tight tolerance stack-up analysis and final mechanical processing requirements

Minimum Qualifications

  • Associate's degree or 5 years experience in rocket engine/aerospace manufacturing or similar manufacturing environment
  • Minimum 2 years in a leadership position leading a team of 5 or more people
  • Lean manufacturing experience
  • Demonstrated ability to read and interpret controlled documentation: mechanical drawings, welding/assembly/cleaning procedures, work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists
  • Ability to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment
  • Proficiency with computers, MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs
  • Ability to distinguish colors
  • Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed
  • Ability to lift 35 lbs unassisted, stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience monitoring, tracking, and continually improving total cost equation
  • Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis
  • Experience in fast-paced production environment with flight quality hardware
  • Six Sigma experience
  • Ability to travel for short and extended trips as needed, up to 10% travel

Shift and Location

  • Shift: Monday through Thursday (A shift)
  • Location: Kent, Greater Seattle Area
  • Relocation provided, if eligible

Compensation

Base pay range for WA applicants: $113,158.00 - $158,420.85. Other site ranges may differ.

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 4 weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
  • Bonuses may be eligible based on role type and job level, subject to change

Employment Requirements

Background check required for all positions. Applicants 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.