Senior Manager – Optical Test & Manufacturing Engineering

Blue Origin

Base: $183,807.00 - $257,328.75 (wa); bonus/equity...
10+ years optical systems testing experience
5+ years managing engineering teams
Establishing optical laboratory infrastructure
Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Optical Test organization for the TeraWave constellation, a revolutionary satellite network delivering up to 6 Tbps of symmetrical data speeds

Job Summary

  • Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Optical Test organization for the TeraWave constellation, a revolutionary satellite network delivering up to 6 Tbps of symmetrical data speeds.
  • The role involves establishing optical and electronic laboratory infrastructure, developing laser safety programs, and creating validation frameworks to improve fault detection in optical hardware.
  • Candidates will benefit from relocation assistance, competitive compensation ranging from $183,807 to $257,328.75 in Washington, and comprehensive benefits including a 401(k) match and education support.

Matching Summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Manager to lead the Optical Test organization for the TeraWave constellation, a revolutionary satellite network delivering up to 6 Tbps of symmetrical data speeds.

Salary

Base: $183,807.00 - $257,328.75 (WA); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 5%, paid parental leave, 4 weeks PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 10+ years optical systems testing experience
  • 5+ years managing engineering teams
  • Establishing optical laboratory infrastructure
  • Laser safety protocols knowledge
  • Optical metrology techniques expertise

Nice-to-have

  • Space applications background preferred
  • ISO 9001 quality systems experience
  • Statistical process control knowledge
  • Supplier selection management skills
  • Production data analysis background

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Optical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or related field
  • U.S. citizenship, permanent resident status, or refugee/asylee status required
  • 10+ years experience in optical systems testing or free-space optical communications
  • 5+ years experience managing engineering teams or leading specific projects

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or asylee

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