Sr. Director Of Manufacturing Operations Engines - Be - 3u

Blue Origin

Huntsville, Alabama, United States
Not specified; stock options available for regular...
Not specified
15+ years aerospace industry experience
Managing medium-rate production activities
Leading senior managers and teams
Blue Origin is seeking a Sr. Director of Manufacturing Operations Engines in Huntsville, Alabama, to oversee rocket engine production and ensure operational excellence within the organization's manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive aerospace experience and strong leadership skills, contributing to the advancement of space exploration

Job Summary

  • This role is part of Blue Origin Operations and involves overseeing an Engine Production group responsible for rocket engine production at the Huntsville facility.
  • The Sr Director will coordinate factory design, equipment procurement, and transition into low-rate initial production while collaborating with leadership at the Kent, WA site.
  • Blue Origin offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 5%, stock options, and up to four weeks of paid time off.

Matching Summary

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Blue Origin is seeking a Sr. Director of Manufacturing Operations Engines in Huntsville, Alabama, to oversee rocket engine production and ensure operational excellence within the organization's manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate will have extensive aerospace experience and strong leadership skills, contributing to the advancement of space exploration.

Salary

Not specified; Stock Options available for regular employees; Bonus amounts subject to company discretion

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years aerospace industry experience
  • Managing medium-rate production activities
  • Leading senior managers and teams
  • Budget oversight and P&L management
  • Process definition and improvement expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Lean Manufacturing or Toyota Production System
  • Six Sigma Black Belt certification
  • Experience transitioning products to production
  • Multi-site management experience
  • Strong mentoring and personnel skills

Key Requirements

  • B.S. degree in Engineering (M.S. preferred)
  • 15+ years in aerospace or related heavy industry
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status required
  • Proven experience managing Profit and Loss
  • Hands-on experience planning critical operations

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident

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