Industrial Engineer Principal

Application close date : 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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers you will serve as SME contributor to the development of company capabilities, best practices, and standards while developing advanced techniques, procedures, and criteria required for release and verification of assigned processes. Applies human performance principles to design, develop, test, and evaluate integrated systems for managing industrial production processes including human work factors, quality control, inventory control, logistics and material flow, cost analysis, and production coordination. Applies statistical methods and performs mathematical calculations to determine manufacturing processes, workplace designs, and production standards. Considers workflow, layout, and safety measures when designing industrial plants and facilities. Coordinates quality control objectives and activities to resolve production problems, maximize product reliability, and minimize cost. Drafts and designs layout of equipment, materials, and workspace to illustrate maximum efficiency, using drafting tools and computer. Ensures design meets organizational and production goals. Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 5 % of the time Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
• Own the successful completion of major program outcomes through informal leadership of project and technical work teams; provides mentoring to other employees
• Perform and lead others in creating build & flow documents, identifying required production tools, creating manufacturing BOMs, authoring work instructions, determining build schedules, and executing build of flight hardware on the production flow. You will work in a cross functional team role providing direction to manufacturing engineering, tooling engineering, and facilities engineering
• Lead anomaly investigations, root cause / corrective action analyses, and development of recovery plans
• Perform trade studies with vehicle level and subsystem design teams to better enable fabrication and integration of parts
• Follow the build onto the floor and be the technical point of contact during build execution
• Monitor and report on the product health (technical producibility, schedule adherence, budget allocation) through the entire product build and delivery. Identify inputs, constraints, and deficiencies of the product build plan and work with all associated functions to implement solutions that will ensure product delivery within safety, quality, schedule, and budget goals.
• Apply program management principles to develop executable plans, and implement creative solutions to complex problems
• Manage production schedule targets with the responsibility to analyze, manage, and report on schedule performance and variance analysis
• Manage production budget targets with the responsibility to analyze, manage, and report on budget performance and variance analysis Minimum Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or similar) from an accredited college or university. ABET is preferred and others will be considered
• Advanced professional expertise in understanding and application of engineering fundamentals across the development cycle of systems including requirements, fabrication, assembly, verification, test, and refurbishment
• 15+ years of related combined experience in manufacturing engineering and project management / program management roles at various levels within a manufacturing environment
• Previous experience with setting technical direction for area of expertise and setting frameworks for deciding trade-offs between low, medium, and high-performance technical architectures
• Previous experience in a product leadership role with significant technical project management responsibility and proven technical depth
• Experience managing within fast-paced dynamic (e.g., growing, evolving) organizations, including planning, budget, schedule, quality, deliverables, reporting, staff, facilities, and interfaces
• Experience driving a product from concept development into production
• Proven excellent written, communication, and presentation skills
• Proficient with the use of Microsoft Office suite of software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational and analytical skills
• Demonstrated ability in financial and data analysis / monitoring
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion Preferred Qualifications
• Master's Degree in Engineering (Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, or similar) from an accredited college or university. ABET is preferred and others will be considered
• Project Management Certification (PMP)
• Six Sigma Black Belt Certification
• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• Lean Manufacturing Certifications
• Experience with launch vehicle, spacecraft, or satellite, development, production, or operations
• Experience using schedule management tools (P6 Primavera, Microsoft Project, Airtable, etc.) to analyze / manage schedule progress, variances, and Critical Path
• Experience using cost management tools to analyze / manage project budgets and variances Culture Statement 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 (CDL drivers only), 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.
• 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

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