Blue Origin

Spaceflight

Manager-MissionandFlightOPs(LaunchOperations)

Florida, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Manager - Mission and Flight OPs (Launch Operations) at Blue Origin. Skills: Launch Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Team Management. Enable success of high-impact Manufacturing Engineers. Provide mentoring, guidance, and support”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet design, build, and test objectives; Improve team performance

Industry & Context.

Spaceflight
Problems you'll solve

Problem solvers; Trouble-shooting

Eligibility Requirements

U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum, Blue’s Standard Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering, Experience managing people, projects, or programs, Experience in hardware manufacturing, Proven experience and successful track record of developing new manufacturing processes and continuously improving existing processes, Ability to operate, make decisions, lead, and make forward progress in ambiguous environments, Understanding of entire product lifecycle management, 7+ years of direct manufacturing and manufacturing engineering experience, Proficiency in engineering fundamentals for mechanical design and manufacturing, Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Nice to Have

Master of Science

What You'll Do.

Enable success of high-impact Manufacturing Engineers

Ensure workflow and priorities are balanced

Evaluate staffing requirements and grow the team

Coordinate and work closely with program managers

Support team in applying engineering fundamentals

Create required data gathering tools

Review and understand companywide processes

Help team define hardware preparation for test

Promote DFMA and PFMEA studies

Engage in BOM creation and maintenance

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Work with innovative processes; Share in team's impact on manufacturing engineering; Collaboration; Coordinate and work closely with program managers, operations leaders, and Integrated Product Team Leads; Active engagement with engineering; Teamwork

Communication Scope

Excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills; Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization

Process & Methodology

Project management skills, Program management skills, Coordination

Full Job Description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. **Job Profile:** Manager - Mission and Flight OPs (Launch Operations) \--- This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Launch Operations, Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. You will work with innovative processes for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of manufacturing engineering. Day to day responsibilities will include the Manufacturing Plan Development, managing all Work Order Authoring, and provide Mentoring and Career Path Development to your enrolled employees. We put a strong emphasis on design for manufacturing and hands-on technical ability, as our managers are directly involved with design, analysis, equipment operation, trouble-shooting, and active engagement with engineering. The company celebrates strong collaboration, unique and innovative solutions, and passion for success. We are searching for a proactive, service-oriented individual with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills who thrives in a fast-paced environment to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! **Responsibilities:** * Enable the success of a team comprised of high-impact

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