Blue Origin
Spaceflight
VehicleTestManager-Mk1TransferStage
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“Vehicle Test Manager - Mk1 Transfer Stage at Blue Origin. Skills: Vehicle Test Engineering, system-level testing, aerospace systems, integrated vehicle qualification and acceptance testing, functional testing, performance testing, environmental testing, people management. Manage a multi-disciplinary team of test engineers. Define, plan, and execute integrated vehicle qualification and acceptance testing for the MK1 Transfer Stage”
What You'll Achieve.
define, plan, and execute integrated vehicle qualification and acceptance testing; ensure a safe testing environment; lead execution of all functional, performance, and environmental tests on flight vehicles and qualification articles; raising the bar of performance
Industry & Context.
Ability to travel, work flexible hours to support test planning and execution, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident (i. e. current Green Card holder), 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 if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10, 001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training., Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Minimum of a B. S. degree in engineering, computing, or another technical field, Experience leading system-level testing of complex aerospace systems including one or more of the following test disciplines - fluids, structural, electrical, and environmental tests, Demonstrated experience effectively leading People formally or informally, including fostering a culture of action, accountability, coaching, and development, Deep technical knowledge of spacecraft integrated vehicle test campaigns including: functional, performance and environmental testing, Ability to travel and work flexible hours to support test planning and execution, Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of integrity, 8+ years of relevant experience, Passion for human spaceflight and Lunar exploration
Nice to Have
Experience with NASA programs and human spaceflight programs, Deep technical knowledge of in-space vehicle systems, including key performance drivers, subsystems, and the fundamental physics of operating a vehicle in space, Knowledge of project scheduling including development of IMP/IMS, critical path analysis, and schedule risk analysis, Experience with non-traditional approaches to System Engineering, test engineering and Integration
What You'll Do.
Manage a multi-disciplinary team of test engineers
and execute integrated vehicle qualification and acceptance testing for the MK1 Transfer Stage
Define and enforce test engineering standards and processes
Ensure a safe testing environment
and lead execution of all functional
and environmental tests on flight vehicles and qualification articles
Manage the people of the Vehicle Test Engineering organization
Develop test plans to efficiently test all test requirements
Develop test procedures to safely and efficiently operate the vehicle during test operations
Define and enforce test engineering processes and best practices
Plan and manage staffing allocations across multiple vehicle test campaigns ensuring adequate coverage
Manage test engineer training and certifications
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
fostering collaboration; maintain positive and professional relationships; contribute to a culture of integrity; collaboration
Communication Scope
communication
Process & Methodology
strategic planning, project scheduling, development of IMP/IMS, critical path analysis, schedule risk analysis
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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As the Manager of Vehicle Test Engineering team, you will manage a multi-disciplinary team of test engineers to define, plan, and execute integrated vehicle qualification and acceptance testing for the MK1 Transfer Stage. You will define and enforce test engineering standards and processes and standards, and ensure a safe testing environment. You will plan for, and lead execution of all functional, performance, and environmental tests on flight vehicles and qualification articles. As the manager of an active test team, you will be actively engaged on the floor with test engineers as they perform fluid, electrical, structural and mechanism testing. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and attention towards safe and reliable spaceflight. **Special Mentions** * Relocation provided * Interviews will include a technical assessment **Responsibilities include but are not limited to:** * Manage the people of the Vehicle Test Engineering organization, fostering career development and raising the bar of performance through a focus on strategic planning, high quality decisions, collaboration, communication, and trust. * Develop test plans
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