Fluids Technical Design CAD Manager – Lunar Permanence Specialist

1 week ago


Los Angeles, California, United States Blue Origin Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Technical Lead to join our team at Blue Origin. As a key member of our Lunar Permanence business unit, you will be responsible for leading a team of technical designers in generating, integrating, and releasing CAD models of fluids and propulsion subsystems for our lunar vehicles.

Key Responsibilities
  • Lead a team of technical designers in the development of CAD models and ensure timely delivery of high-quality designs.
  • Collaborate with the broader vehicle team to solve complex integrated lunar lander design optimization problems.
  • Recruit, hire, manage, and mentor a diverse and inclusive team of technical designers.
  • Develop and implement tools and processes to improve team capability and performance.
  • Manage technical progress, requirements, budget, schedule, deliverables, and risks, and provide recommendations for change to program management.
  • Communicate progress to leadership team through regular program management reviews, finance reviews, and project deep dives.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
  • 5+ years of experience managing technical teams and/or leading functional groups with responsibility for leading and coaching employees.
  • 10+ years of directly related experience in CAD modeling, mechanical and structural engineering principles, and project management.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
  • 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.
Desired Qualifications
  • Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related technical field.
  • Experience with aerospace vehicle design, CAD (Creo), Windchill PLM, and GD&T.
  • Familiarity with agile project management, critical path scheduling, IMP/IMS, risk management, requirements management, and Cost Account Management.
  • Experience interviewing and hiring for technical roles.
Benefits

Blue Origin offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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. Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.



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