Manufacturing Engineer II/III/Sr (Multiple Shifts) - Lunar Verified today
The Role
Blue Origin Operations seeks Manufacturing Engineers to lead the design and implementation of efficient manufacturing systems, ensure stringent quality control, and optimize supply chain logistics for lunar and spacecraft hardware production.
You will work within specialty domains including:
- Thermal and fluid systems: radiators, heat exchangers, cryogenic systems, pressure vessels
- Structures and integration: aerospace assemblies, mechanisms, structural analysis, NDT
- Tooling and ground support equipment: flight tooling, automated assembly, PLC/motion control
- Solar arrays and avionics: space-rated arrays, harnesses, cleanroom practices
- Assembly, integration and test: vehicle build flow, system integration, qualification
Key Responsibilities
- Own manufacturing engineering deliverables across the lifecycle: fabrication specifications, acceptance and test plans, maintenance plans, Statements of Work, critical manufacturing processes for vehicle assembly and integration
- Drive design and process development within Lunar Integrated Product Teams and Build and Flow, supporting requirements generation and Interface Control Models
- Lead design trades that balance cost, schedule, producibility, reliability, and operational needs
- Provide data-driven decision-making on complex scenarios using metrics and trade studies
- Champion safety culture and mission assurance in all manufacturing processes
- Drive continuous improvement using lean principles, root-cause analysis, and corrective/preventive actions
- Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and partner teams to resolve issues and ensure on-time delivery of flight hardware
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering from an accredited university
- Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering: 3+ years (Level 2), 5+ years (Level 3), or 8+ years (Sr Manufacturing Engineer)
- Demonstrated commitment to world-class mission assurance, quality, and attention to detail
- Must be U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as refugee or granted asylum
- Flexibility to change shifts and work extended hours to support production schedules
- Ability to work onsite daily in a fast-paced, hands-on production environment
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in relevant engineering field
- Professional certifications: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, Project Management Professional (PMP), or Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) experience
- Direct experience leading technical projects through new product development into production, with demonstrated leadership across cross-functional teams
- Technical breadth across multiple hardware domains: system assembly, bonding/adhesive and fastener application, machining, composite fabrication, electrical and mechanical integration
- Hands-on aerospace assembly, integration, and troubleshooting experience with fabrication processes (machining, welding, composites, mechanical/electrical assembly)
- Expertise designing, building, and commissioning tooling and fixtures for manufacturing, assembly, and test
- Strong understanding of GD&T, DFM/DFA, tolerance stack-ups, and manufacturing process development
- Familiarity with aerospace quality and safety standards such as AS9100 and ISO 9001
- Experience with manufacturing automation, digital work instructions, and advanced metrology (CMM, laser scanning)
- Experience with Integrated Product Teams, requirements generation, and Interface Control Models
- Proficiency with PLM/MRP systems (Teamcenter, Windchill), BOM management, MS Office, MS Project, Visio, Jira, and Confluence
Position Details
- Multiple positions available
- Location: Space Coast, FL
- Relocation assistance available
Benefits
- 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
- Stock options for all regular employees working 20+ hours per week
- Paid time off: up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Bonuses and other benefits based on role type and job level at company discretion