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!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As a member of a dedicated and highly skilled team of professionals, you will assume the role of overseeing the Production Testing team at our manufacturing facility in Kent, Washington. As Supervisor you will be tasked with guiding a team of leads and technicians in conducting essential engine component testing, including hydrostatic pressure testing, environmental acceptance testing, and other production test support requirements within the Kent manufacturing site. This position will be responsible for ensuring safety, quality, cost-efficiency, adherence to schedule, and employee morale within the Production Testing team.

This hands-on position requires versatile leadership, effective communication, and strong project management skills. In this hands-on leadership role, you will have an impact on all aspects of producing high-quality rocket engine components; enabling first-article success and on-time delivery. The permanent location of this position is Kent, Washington. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Shifts available:
  • A shift - 6 am - 4:30 pm Mon - Thur
  • B shift - 2:30 pm - 1 am Mon - Thur
  • C shift - 6 am - 6:30 pm Fri - Sun
• Multiple positions available

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the Production Testing team and associated equipment
• Recruit and develop the Production Test team
• 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)
• Perform critical administrative activities including recruiting, performance reviews, coaching, resource planning, and budget management
• Maintain department schedules to ensure internal delivery targets are met
• Collaborate with team members to address capacity and scheduling conflicts
• Drive process improvements to reduce setup times, processing times, and machining times
• Establish, maintain, and improve workplace 5S and FOD controls
• Provide status updates on hardware deliveries at a daily scheduled meeting
• Ensure tools and equipment are maintained and calibrated

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of leadership experience
• 3+ years of experience in aerospace or a closely related industry, such as launch vehicles, rocket engines, aircraft engines, aircraft, helicopters, or automotive
• Experience with setup and operation of Pressurized Test Equipment, Vibration tables, and thermal test equipment or similar systems
• Excellent communication skills with a strong customer focus
• Demonstrated experience in continuous improvement
• Proficiency in business/office computing software
• Familiarity with nonconformance systems, Manufacturing Execution Systems and MRP systems
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with recruiting and training a new workforce
• Previous experience in a production start-up environment
• Demonstrated experience in planning, forecasting, and capital equipment procurement and upgrades
• Experience in Hydrostatic Pressure Testing
• Knowledge of metrology
• Demonstrated experience working with teams of diverse skill levels

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $46.08-$64.51

Other site ranges may differ

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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