Senior Manager Fluids Systems Engineering

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

Senior Manager Fluids Systems Engineering

The Manager of Fluids Systems Engineering leads a team of Mechanical Engineers responsible for design and integration of complex fluids systems. This role is accountable for the technical output, staffing, development, and performance of a small, high-impact team (typically 4-8 direct reports) delivering end-to-end engineering solutions. Working under general direction from senior engineering leadership, the manager sets team priorities, allocates engineering resources across competing operational demands, and personally engages in technical decision-making on the most complex or highest-risk problems. The manager partners across a diverse set of technical and operational stakeholders, ensuring the team's engineering judgment is applied consistently across the supporting disciplines that surround a successful integration effort.

As part of a diverse and hard-working team of engineers, you will design and develop ground fluids systems for a development program. You will be responsible for these systems’ complete product life cycle from initial requirements through system commissioning including design, manufacturing, test support, performing test data reviews, processing non-conforming hardware, and writing technical reports. The fluids sub-system hardware consists of the cryogenic storage & distribution systems, high pressure storage & distribution pneumatic systems, and other related fluid systems required to operate a novel architecture. You will need to have a strong technical background in ground system fluid design and development to industry standards and regulations. The position will require some travel to our Launch Site One facility in West Texas to support development, maintenance, and operations as required.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, project management proficiency, and commitment to quality to positively Blue Origin’s mission. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Oversee all aspects of the Fluids Subsystem
• Lead scope definition, subsystem priorities, and day-to-day activities of a team of dedicated engineers, designers, and analysts to create solutions to complex problems
• Work with in and out of house production organizations to resolve challenges encountered during manufacturing or procurement of fluid systems.
• Work with ground and MRO teams to resolve challenges encountered on the fielded equipment to fabricate, install, activate, and operate our systems.
• Ensure operations and maintenance activities are conducted consistent with design intent and defined requirements.
• Collaboration with a Project Manager, develop and integrate project schedules and analyze/optimize those schedules to meet program goals and deadlines.
• Coordinate resource support plans with the production and engineering functional organizations.
• Collaboration with technical designers and configuration management to establish product structures and configuration management for the entire subsystem.
• Required to take ownership of dependencies, including engineering deadlines; supply chain and internal manufacturing as necessary to support end item delivery schedule

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering (electrical or computer desired)
• Domain professional in ground fluids system architecture through design and development
• Strong technical fundamentals.
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards including ASME B31.3, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), IEST-STD-CC1246, State and Federal regulations, and other aerospace fluids related specifications.
• Proficiency with computer aided design (CAD) tools.
• Experienced with project management toolsets and methods.
• 10+ year of industry experience in a related field
• 5+ years proven ability guiding and mentoring less experienced engineers
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to our inclusive culture.
• 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:

• M.S. in engineering subject area or higher
• PMP Certification or equivalent level of experience in project management
• Experience with Creo (Pro/E) Wildfire 5 or greater, Windchill 10 or Team Center
• Strong knowledge of entire avionics product/system from design, development, commissioning, and production
• Familiarity with Earned Value Management System (EVMS)

 

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $183,807.00 - $257,328.75

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.
• 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, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 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. 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, sex, 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 “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

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