Sr Manager, Assembly, Integration & Test- Blue Ring

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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!

Are you ready to lead a team that will directly impact the history of space exploration and America's strategic advantage in space? Blue Origin National Security is seeking a Sr. Manager of Assembly, Integration & Test (AI&T) with deep expertise in environmental test and people leadership to join our growing team in Huntsville, Alabama
. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight.

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 25% of the time

• Lead and manage the complete integration and test effort for national security spacecraft systems; plan and sequence all assembly, integration, and environmental testing activities across the full AI&T lifecycle
• Direct and coordinate mechanical, electrical, radio frequency, propulsion, harness, and quality assurance resources and activities in support of program milestones
• Own and manage comprehensive environmental test campaigns including thermal vacuum (TVAC), vibration, acoustic, shock, electromagnetic compatibility (EMC), and mass properties testing for flight hardware
• Coordinate across Blue Origin sites and with external government and commercial test facilities to plan, schedule, and execute environmental qualification and acceptance testing
• Serve as the Cost Account Manager (CAM) for all AI&T activities on assigned national security programs; maintain program budgets, schedules, and earned value metrics
• Perform short- and long-term planning and schedule maintenance across all AI&T activities; proactively identify and mitigate schedule and technical risks
• Collaborate with government customers, program offices, prime contractors, and launch vehicle providers to align AI&T plans with mission requirements and delivery commitments
• Review and approve engineering products, assembly procedures, test plans, and test reports to ensure manufacturability, safety, and compliance
• Support all review boards, tiger teams, RCCA investigations, deep dives, and pre-milestone reviews
• Lead and participate in program MRR, PDR, CDR, TRR, and FRR as required; provide AI&T and environmental test inputs to formal design and readiness reviews
• Provide problem‑solving expertise and mentor the team in structured problem‑solving skills and continuous improvement methodologies
• Develop and maintain metrics for quality, schedule, cost, and efficiency across the test area; drive continuous process improvement initiatives
• Recruit, hire, manage, and mentor a diverse, equitable, and inclusive team of engineers and technicians in support of national security space programs
• Manage direct reports' professional development including performance reviews, compensation and promotion management, and routine one‑on‑one development conversations
• Coach team members on performance, career growth, and technical skill development; foster a culture of psychological safety, inclusion, and accountability
• Champion and enforce Blue Origin's culture of safety across all AI&T operations and environmental test activities
• Interface with government customers and security personnel to maintain compliance with all applicable national security, ITAR, and classified program requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or closely related technical discipline
• 12+ years of spacecraft AI&T experience with demonstrated depth in environmental test planning and execution (TVAC, vibration, acoustic, shock, EMC)
• Minimum 2+ years of proven, demonstrated people leadership with the ability to build, manage, and develop diverse, high‑performing teams in a…