Blue Origin

Shift Lead - Lunar Structures

Space Coast, FL

Work authorization requiredDetected 21 days ago

Supply ChainProcess ImprovementPerformance ManagementLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingMentoringMicrosoft OfficeLean Manufacturing

About the role

As a Structures Shift Leader at Blue Origin, you will lead a team of Structures Technicians responsible for the fabrication, drilling, assembly, fixturing, alignment, and integration of aerospace structures supporting flight and non-flight hardware. You will provide day-to-day leadership on the production floor, ensuring safe execution, exceptional quality, schedule attainment, and continuous improvement while developing a high-performing technical workforce.
Working closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Production Control, and Program Management, you will remove production barriers, drive standardized work, and ensure every structure is built to the highest standards of precision, reliability, and mission readiness.
Position Specific Details

Lead and supervise a team of Structures Technicians in the fabrication, drilling, assembly, alignment, and integration of aerospace structures.
Conduct shift startup meetings, communicate production priorities, identify risks, and coordinate recovery plans to maintain schedule.
Provide technical guidance and hands-on support for structural assembly, precision drilling, fixturing, alignment, and installation activities involving aluminum, titanium, Inconel, composite, and bonded assemblies.
Drive First Pass Yield, defect prevention, and nonconformance reduction through disciplined process execution and root cause problem solving.
Lead troubleshooting efforts during production issues while escalating technical risks appropriately.
Develop technician capability through coaching, mentorship, cross-training, skills qualification, and standardized work.
Own shift metrics including Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, Labor Efficiency, First Pass Yield, Rework, and Schedule Adherence.
Support new product introduction, prototype builds, process validation activities, and production readiness initiatives.
Support hiring, onboarding, performance management, and career development of manufacturing personnel.
As a Structures Shift Leader, you will lead a highly skilled team building complex flight hardware for the Lunar Permanence program.

8+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, structures assembly, integration, or a related manufacturing environment.
2+ years of experience leading production teams, manufacturing cells, or shift operations.
Demonstrated ability to interpret engineering drawings, work instructions, and manufacturing specifications.
Working knowledge of structural drilling, precision assembly, fixturing, alignment, fastening, and aerospace manufacturing processes.
Experience with precision measurement equipment including torque wrenches, micrometers, calipers, and inspection tools.
Experience coordinating work across Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Planning, and Supply Chain organizations.
Ability to work at heights, lift up to 50 lbs, and work in confined spaces when required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and manufacturing execution systems.
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.

Demonstrated leadership in aerospace structural assembly, launch vehicle manufacturing, or aircraft production.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, Standardized Work, Visual Management, and Daily Management Systems.
Experience managing KPIs including First Pass Yield, labor efficiency, schedule attainment, nonconformance reduction, and productivity.
Working knowledge of drilling systems including power feed drills, track drills, Jiffy/E-Tech tools, drill jigs, and precision hole preparation.
Understanding of aerospace materials including aluminum, titanium, Inconel, composites, bonded structures, and sealing operations.
Experience supporting MRB, NCR resolution, RCCA, and corrective action implementation.
Experience supporting new product introduction, prototype manufacturing, or production ramp activities.
Trade school certification, technical degree, or equivalent aerospace manufacturing experience.

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance.

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force.
Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities.
We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork.
We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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