Lunar Operations - Sr. Industrial Engineer

About the role

As part of Blue Origin Operations, you will support the design, development, and fabrication of space launch vehicles and components for human spaceflight programs. This hands‑on position requires strong communication, organization, planning, and project‑management skills, and offers the opportunity to apply technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to quality to advance safe human spaceflight.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and design workflows and production processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and continuous‑improvement strategies to streamline production operations.
• Collaborate with design and engineering teams to ensure manufacturability and cost‑effectiveness.
• Develop and apply time‑and‑motion studies to optimize labor utilization and reduce production cycle time.
• Update build durations in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES) based on time‑study data.
• Conduct capacity planning and resource allocation to maximize output and meet production deadlines.
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes.
• Monitor production metrics and lead initiatives to address variances or quality issues.
• Develop standard operating procedures and best practices for production.
• Conduct risk assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies.
• Monitor and report on product health (technical producibility, schedule adherence) throughout the build and delivery phases.
• Apply program‑management principles to develop executable plans and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
• Capture best practices of production systems and manage organizational knowledge and lessons‑learned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of proven experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably within aerospace or high‑tech industries.
• Familiarity with Enterprise Resource Planning systems (including PLM, MES, and MRP).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous‑improvement methodologies.
• Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills to diagnose and resolve production issues.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams.
• Detail‑oriented with a focus on quality, efficiency, and cost‑effectiveness.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.

Preferred Skills

• Simulation tools (AnyLogic or similar) and/or 3D modeling (CATIA or similar).
• PLM software (Windchill or similar).
• Web‑based collaboration and document‑management platforms (SharePoint or similar).

Pay

Base Pay Range for Washington applicants is $134,434.00 – $188,207.25. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%.
• Education Support Program.
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year based on scheduled hours, plus up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Additional benefits and discretionary bonuses may be offered based on role type and performance.

Culture Statement

If you don’t meet every single desired qualification, we still encourage you to apply. Blue Origin is dedicated to building an authentic workplace, and you may be the right candidate for this or other roles.

Eligibility Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident (green‑card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or asylee.

Background Check Requirements

• Standard Blue background check (required for all positions).
• Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) check if the role requires access to a military installation.
• For drivers of commercial motor vehicles ≥10,001 lb or transporting hazardous materials: driver‑qualification files, medical certification, road test, hours‑of‑service tracking, drug/alcohol testing, vehicle inspections, CDL requirements, and hazardous‑materials training.
• For certain job profiles: ability to obtain and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential (includes pre‑employment and random drug testing and DOT physical).