Blueorigin

Blueorigin

Shift Leader

Space Coast, FL

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ComplianceExcelSupply ChainProcess ImprovementAvionicsDO-178DO-254Systems EngineeringControlsLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationMentoringMicrosoft OfficePrimavera P6Lean Manufacturing

About the role

  • Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
  • Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
  • You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of transforming the way rockets are made and operated.

Responsibilities

  • Build and manage/supervise the GS1 AFT Module Integration team with an emphasis on team building, conducting interviews, making hiring recommendations, assigning tasks, and conducting performance reviews.
  • Team Leadership: Supervise, mentor, and develop avionics integration technicians and engineers, managing workloads, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering technical expertise
  • Technical Problem Resolution: Lead troubleshooting efforts for complex systems integration challenges, developing innovative solutions while maintaining schedule adherence
  • Project Coordination: Plan and manage avionics integration activities across multiple projects, coordinating resources, timelines, and interdependencies with other engineering disciplines
  • Process Improvement: Identify opportunities to optimize integration procedures, test methodologies, and validation processes to enhance efficiency and product quality
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Systems Engineering, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, and Flight Test teams to resolve interface issues and ensure system-level performance
  • Supervise, mentor, and develop avionics integration technicians and engineers, managing workloads, conducting performance evaluations, and fostering technical expertise
  • Plan and manage avionics integration activities across multiple projects, coordinating resources, timelines, and interdependencies with other engineering disciplines
  • Partner with Systems Engineering, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, and Flight Test teams to resolve interface issues and ensure system-level performance
  • We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.

Requirements

  • Direct/Indirect leadership experience, working aerospace development programs or production lines.
  • Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures.
  • Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
  • Must be able to set a high hiring bar while evaluating and hiring top talent
  • A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of skills across large geographic distances
  • 3+ years in a direct/indirect supervision position, working on aerospace development programs or production lines.
  • Proficiency with resource loaded schedules using Primavera (P6), Open Plan, MS Project, or other software
  • Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a 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.
  • Structure and Integration experience; fluids and tubing install, instrumentation and electrical cabling/harness routing, bracketry, avionics, general Aerospace/Launch vehicle assembly
  • Climb ladders/stairs and work in small, restricted areas
  • Work at heights on work stands and in lifts.
  • Perform repetitive work, including lifting of items up to 35lbs
  • Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
  • Extremely customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills
  • A continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always optimizing.
  • Work off-shift, extended hours, overtime, and weekends if/when necessary
  • Intense curiosity for understanding the details of our business and how to optimize it

Compensation

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

Benefits

  • 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.
  • Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Company info

  • This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance.
  • As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will oversee the manufacturing, assembly, and testing of flight hardware for various spaceflight systems.
  • We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

Equal opportunity

  • 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.

Visa & Work Authorization

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