Lunar

About the Role

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. 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. This role requires an exceptional technical professional to join our expert team, bringing comprehensive knowledge of clean work assembly, ISO-rated cleanroom operations, welding and laser welding techniques, precision machining and fabrication, and post-processing in controlled environments. The position oversees technicians supporting Lunar ZBO HEX production activities and demands proficiency in failure analysis, Lean manufacturing principles, project scheduling, and tight-tolerance stack-up analysis through final mechanical processing.

Shift available: Monday – Thursday (A shift)

Relocation provided, if eligible

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and steer the collective efforts of all Lunar ops technicians.
• Enforce clean room standards and operational protocols.
• Interface with area leadership from across Kent operations and prioritize work based on production schedule and organizational goals for Lunar programs.
• Schedule risk identification and mitigation for precision clean room assembly processes.
• Coordinate support organization efforts to minimize production interruptions in ISO-rated environments.
• Ensure product quality and conformance to specifications for clean work assembly and precision fabrication.
• Disposition non-conforming hardware to efficiently return them to conforming state and normal product flow within tight tolerance requirements.
• Improve area safety and efficiency through regular auditing and continuous improvement of clean production processes.
• Establish and analyze area metrics for trend extrapolation to drive:
• Personnel training and development in specialized clean room and precision manufacturing techniques.
• Development and implementation of efficiency improvement projects for ZBO/HEx related activities.
• Optimization of product flow through clean production environments.
• Root cause analysis and the implementation of corresponding corrective action plans for failure analysis.
• Identification and elimination of defects within the clean manufacturing value stream.
• Reduction of downtime for product and personnel in controlled environment production.
• Lead efforts to transition Lunar program products from engineering development to full rate production.
• Drive manufacturability, provide constructive feedback to engineering/design community on tight tolerance stack-up analysis and final mechanical processing requirements.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Proficiency in failure analysis.
• Lean manufacturing principles.
• Project scheduling.
• Tight-tolerance stack-up analysis.
• Clean work assembly.
• ISO-rated cleanroom operations.
• Welding and laser welding techniques.
• Precision machining and fabrication.
• Post-processing in controlled environments.
• Ability to distinguish colors.
• Proficient with computers, including MS Office, shop floor management software (ERP), and related programs.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or 5 years experience in rocket engine/aerospace manufacturing or similar manufacturing environment.
• Minimum of 2 years in a leadership position leading a team of 5+ people.
• Lean manufacturing experience.
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret controlled documentation and processes such as: mechanical drawings, welding/assembly/cleaning procedures / work instructions, schematics, engineering drawings, and parts lists.
• Able to adapt to constant changing work assignments and fast-paced work environment.
• Must be available to work extended hours and weekends as needed.
• Must be able to lift 35 lbs. unassisted, stoop, bend, crawl, and maneuver in tight spaces.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience monitoring, tracking and continually improving total cost equation.
• Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and Failure Mode Effects Analysis.
• Experience preferred in fast-paced production environment with flight quality hardware.
• Six Sigma experience.
• Able to travel for short and extended trips as needed. Up to 10% travel.

Benefits

• 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%.
• Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays.