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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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.
As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will utilize your expertise in connecting engineering and Operations systems to drive strategic initiatives that optimize engineering for manufacturing, supply chain, and operational processes across our space exploration programs. This senior-level role will be instrumental in scaling our engineering connections to operations by establishing robust digital frameworks, automated data flows, and early-stage collaboration.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Digital Thread & Data Integration
- Automate signals between engineering and operations through appropriate data flows and digital threads, ensuring seamless information exchange across the product lifecycle
- Understand, lead, define, and simplify processes while developing automated systems that integrate manufacturing data into MSE (Manufacturing Systems Engineering) tools, ensuring critical information flows back to engineering teams at optimal points in the product development lifecycle
- Design and implement digital frameworks that capture, analyze, and distribute engineering and operational intelligence to relevant stakeholders
- Establish automated feedback loops between production floor and design teams to enable rapid decision-making
- Lead cross-functional teams to identify operational inefficiencies and implement data-driven solutions
Early-Stage Operations Integration
- Create and deploy framework to ensure operations input in early design and development activities, embedding manufacturability and operational considerations into the design process
- Collaborate on Design for Manufacturing (DFM) and Design for Operations (DFO) initiatives to ensure digital thread integration starting from conceptual and preliminary design phases
- Establish simple Agile/gate review processes that incorporate operations perspectives into design milestones
- Develop standardized methodologies for operations impact assessment during new product development
Standards & Process Ownership
- Take ownership of various production engineering standards and initiatives, ensuring consistency and excellence
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve production engineering standards, work instructions, and best practices
- Lead implementation of industry standards (AS9100, ISO 9001) and internal operational excellence frameworks
- Drive standardization initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites and product lines
- Partner with engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and business development teams to optimize and simplify end-to-end processes
Continuous Improvement & Analytics
- Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to track operational excellence and digital thread effectiveness
- Lead strategic planning sessions and present findings to senior leadership
- Support business case development for major operational investments and infrastructure decisions
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Six Sigma methodologies
Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or related field
- 8+ years of experience in operations strategy, manufacturing engineering, or similar analytical roles with increasing responsibility
- Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional strategic initiatives involving engineering and operations integration
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in data analysis tools and manufacturing systems
- Experience with digital manufacturing technologies, data integration platforms, and automated systems
- Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, etc.)
- Excellent communication and presentation skills with ability to influence across organizational levels
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing priorities
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's degree (MBA, MS Engineering, MS Operations Research) preferred
- Experience in aerospace, manufacturing, or high-tech industries with complex product development cycles
- Background in supply chain management, manufacturing operations, or production engineering
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt cer