Manufacturing Director – Lunar Tanks

Manufacturing Director
- Lunar Tanks

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced and strategic Manufacturing Director
- Lunar Tanks to lead the development, manufacturing, and delivery of pressure vessels (tanks) to support both Lunar Cargo and Human Rated Landers. This is a hands on leadership role responsible for overseeing all aspects of tank fabrication, testing, and operational readiness.

The ideal candidate is a technically credible, results-driven leader who thrives in a fast-paced, high-accountability environment. You will own aligning manufacturing efficiency, driving continuous improvement, and cultivating a team culture rooted in Blue Origin's core value of safety first.

This role will report to the Vice President of Operations for Lunar Cargo Landers and will be based at Blue's Rocket Park Manufacturing Complex at Merritt Island, FL.

• Program Ownership & Technical Leadership
• Team Leadership & People Development
• Program Execution & Delivery
• Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or other relevant fields) from an accredited university
• 15+ years of relevant engineering and manufacturing support experience
• Experience leading cross functional manufacturing teams including Welders, Technicians, Inspectors, and Manufacturing Engineering teams in research, development, and production environments thru rapid development cycles
• Advanced experience in complex hardware manufacturing (e.g., friction-stir welding, machining, cleaning, non-destructive testing methods, complex assembly, and acceptance testing)
• Engineering leadership experience in an aerospace environment with space hardware, aircraft, or similar mission-critical, high-value components
• Previous experience and demonstrated success in developing and starting new manufacturing processes
• Strong personnel and project management skills
• Ability to operate, make decisions, and lead effectively in ambiguous environments
• Proficiency in business and engineering software (e.g., MS Office, Windchill, PLM, etc.)
• Ability to communicate effectively and earn trust at all levels of the organization
• Ability to work across multiple teams and contribute to a culture of inclusion

• Master of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Aerospace Engineering (or other relevant fields) from an accredited university
• Advanced experience with complex manufacturing hardware (e.g., castings, forgings, additively manufactured components, welding, machining, NDT methods, complex assembly, and acceptance testing)
• Previous engineering leadership experience during a facility activation or product line transition
• Ability to provide guidance and mentoring on GD&T, interferences, and improvements to models for simple to medium complexity tooling

Culture 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 an 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.

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…