Rocket Engine Subassembly Production Manager

1 day ago

Huntsville, Alabama, United States Blue Origin Full time
Job Title: Rocket Engine Subassembly Production Manager

At Blue Origin, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a key member of our team, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the success of our rocket engine subassembly production.

Responsibilities:
  • Oversee the day-to-day operations of the subassembly work center and associated equipment.
  • Provide mentoring, training, and skills development for team members.
  • Promote and inspire teamwork and employee morale.
  • Promote and ensure workplace safety.
  • Develop and monitor department metrics (safety, quality, cost, schedule, OEE).
  • Perform critical administrative activities, including recruiting, performance reviews, coaching, resource planning, and budget management.
  • Maintain department production schedules to ensure internal delivery targets are met.
  • Collaborate with team members and support engineers to address capacity and scheduling conflicts.
  • Drive process improvements to reduce setup times and machining times.
  • Establish, maintain, and improve workplace 5S and FOD controls.
  • Provide status updates on hardware deliveries at daily schedule meetings.
  • Ensure all tools and equipment are maintained and calibrated.
Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial, mechanical, or related engineering field.
  • 5-7 years of management experience in manufacturing of aerospace, defense, automotive, or similar complex components or processes.
  • Experience in setting up, commissioning, and activating production equipment.
  • Proficiency in business/office computing software.
  • Previous experience in establishing and managing department budgets.
  • Excellent demonstrated written and verbal communication skills.
  • Experience assembling and troubleshooting complex components and precision subassemblies.
  • Familiarity with pressurized system safety for pneumatic and hydraulic systems.
  • Familiarity with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance Systems, MRP Systems, and Engineering Product Management 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.
Desired:
  • 10+ years' experience in assembly/production of turbo-machinery, pumps, or control valves.
  • Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight-critical hardware.
  • Experience with 3D measurement tools, such as Faro Arms and Trackers with Verisurf software.
  • Working knowledge of 3D CAD tools.
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering specifications and drawing requirements.
  • Working knowledge of a variety of fluids, including GN2, GHe, hydraulics, rocket propellants, and cryogenics.
  • Experience with handling and cleaning various alloys (316 SS, Inco 625, CRES 21-6-9, Monel, and various types of aluminum, brass, and copper).

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