Manager of Engines Component Testing (Kent, WA) (R39659)

Job Expired

Seattle, WA, United States

$127-178k

Full Time

a year ago

Job description

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. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

Join our dynamic team of collaborative, passionate, and innovative individuals dedicated to fostering a culture of safety. As part of our team, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of space exploration, where your meticulous attention and unwavering dedication to safety will be crucial to ensuring safe and repeatable space flight. Together, we strive to reduce the cost of access to space and realize Blue Origin's vision of establishing a sustainable human presence beyond Earth's boundaries.

We are in search of a talented individual with a strong ability to lead teams and a passion for testing rocket engine components. This position will report to the Director of Engines Test and Flight Engineering within the Blue Engines business unit. Our team at Blue Engines is entrusted with the responsibility for all rocket engines powering our suborbital, orbital, and planetary vehicles. In this role, you will oversee the management of people, processes, and tools essential to propel Blue Origin's vehicles toward the realms of space.

As a manager in a matrix organization, you will lead a team of highly skilled and dedicated environmental test engineers. Your team will be responsible for the testing of rocket engine components, and you will play a crucial role in setting the technical direction for the team. In addition to managing the day-to-day operations, you will also be responsible for developing and supporting team members to ensure they meet the current and future needs of the engine program.

Your role will also involve overseeing the entire employee life cycle, from hiring and performance management to training and providing opportunities for career development. You will take ownership of planning, scheduling, and ensuring the on-time execution of hardware tests. With a focus on driving efficiency gains and increasing testing throughput, you will maintain a high standard of quality and prioritize the safety of your team above all else.

Additionally, you will provide direct technical support to your assigned engine program as an individual contributor, balancing managerial responsibilities with hands-on technical input. Your technical support will encompass testing, data analysis, peer reviews, participation in Data Reviews and Test Readiness Reviews, anomaly investigations, root cause analysis, and driving corrective actions and hardware improvements. Accountability for defects in the testing process will also fall under your purview, and you will drive corrective actions to address any issues conclusively. Ultimately, your impact will be felt in the manufacturing, testing, and delivery of hardware for various rocket engines, making your role a critical one in the success of the organization. This role is split between approximately 60% manager and 40% individual contributor.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in testing fluid and mechanical system components
Proven track record of leading and influencing teams in shaping company-level policies and strategic direction.
Demonstrated ability to motivate cross-functional teams towards collaborative efforts and successful delivery within challenging timelines.
Strong work ethic with exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a cooperative, fast-paced, and dynamic environment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the capacity to effectively engage with executive leadership and shop floor personnel.
Proficiency in sensors and instrumentation (e.g., pressure transducers, accelerometers), data acquisition, and automation systems
Extensive experience in Environmental Testing (e.g., proof, leak, vibration, thermal) following industry standards such as SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-1540, or MIL-STD-810
Deep passion for spaceflight and exploration
Proven ability to cultivate trust, foster positive and inclusive relationships, and enhance organizational culture.
Must hold U.S. citizenship, be a U.S. national, U.S. permanent resident, or have been lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred:

Master's degree or higher
5-7+ years of comprehensive experience specifically in testing a diverse range of rocket engine components.
Experience in project planning and successful project execution within cost and schedule targets
Proven hands-on test engineering expertise within the Aerospace or a related industry.
Track record of successfully managing a team of at least five individuals in a direct capacity.
In-depth knowledge of rocket engine components, including but not limited to turbopumps, combustion chambers, injectors, regulators, and check valves, as well as electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic valves, and actuators.
Demonstrated technical or managerial proficiency in the design, operation, testing, or production of pressurized (up to 6000 psi), cryogenic, actuated, and/or hydraulic systems.
Experience in utilizing Failure Modes Analysis to guide the development of test campaigns.
Proficiency in instrumentation, including pressure transducers, thermocouples, and accelerometers.
Understanding of various rocket propellants, including cryogenic propellants
Familiarity with rocket engine system operations, verification process, risk management, and anomaly investigations
Familiarity with precision clean hardware and systems.

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is

$127,170—$178,038 USD

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

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.

Benefits

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.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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. 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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