Lunar Operations - Principal Industrial Engineer

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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.

We are seeking experienced and innovative Principal Industrial Engineer to optimize and sustain the efficient production of lunar products at our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility. As vital members of our Lunar Operations team, you will blend hands-on engineering, workforce planning, and program management skills to coordinate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams. Your primary mission is to analyze, design, and improve our production processes—delivering quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness as we enable Blue Origin’s vision of millions living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

The ideal candidate will be passionate about continuous improvement, skilled in lean and Six Sigma methodologies, and dedicated to supporting cross-functional teams to deliver safe and repeatable flight hardware.

Position Specific Details

• Shift: A Shift | Mon-Fri (6:00am-2:30pm)
• Location: Space Coast, FL
• Relocation: Available
• Potential travel: Up to 10% for training or cross-site support

Responsibilities

• Analyze and design production workflows and processes to elevate efficiency, safety, and cost-effectiveness
• Apply lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement strategies to manufacturing operations
• Collaborate with design and engineering to validate manufacturability and drive product/process improvements
• Conduct time and motion studies; update build durations and labor requirements in the Manufacturing Execution System (MES)
• Perform capacity planning and resource allocation to maximize production output and meet delivery targets
• Develop and refine standard operating procedures and best practices for manufacturing and assembly
• Monitor and report product performance metrics (producibility, schedule adherence, quality); lead corrective action initiatives
• Lead risk assessments and ensure compliance with industry standards, safety regulations, and company policies
• Capture and share lessons learned and best practices across teams
• Support and implement program management strategies to execute production plans and solve complex technical challenges

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

Selected candidates may be routed to one of several core focus areas within the Lunar Manufacturing Operations organization based on skills, business need, and production portfolio, including but not limited to:

Manufacturing Process Optimization |

Specialize in process mapping, time and motion studies, MES data tracking, and cycle time reduction across assembly lines (e.g., Lunar Lander, Propulsion, Structures, etc.) Drive continuous improvement, lean implementation, and best practice adoption on the shop floor.

Capacity Planning & Resource Management |

Focus on workforce planning, equipment utilization, and resource allocation. Support scaling production to meet expansion or ramp phases for new vehicle lines, vertical integration, or next-generation components

Production Quality & Risk Management |

Coordinate process audits, corrective action plans, and preventive risk assessments to ensure safe and compliant operations. Collaborate with quality engineering and program management to monitor build health and maintain schedule/cost adherence.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment (aerospace or high-tech preferred)
• Familiarity with ERP/PLM/MES/MRP systems and enterprise-level production tracking
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on delivering efficiency, quality, and safety
• Excellent communication skills for both cross-functional collaboration and technical documentation
• Demonstrated attention to detail and organizational skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with simulation tools (AnyLogic or similar) and/or 3D Modeling (CATIA or similar)
• Experience with PLM software (Windchill or similar)
• Familiarity with web-based collaboration/document management (SharePoint or similar)

Advanced skills in Microsoft Office Suite

• Experience in time studies, labor utilization planning, and capacity/resource management
• Demonstrated experience driving process improvements in an aerospace environment

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.

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 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 hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.