Sr. Industrial Engineer-Blue Ring

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 National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs.

Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Industrial Engineer to join our team in Huntsville, AL. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing our production processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and increase overall productivity. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive data-informed decisions, implement process improvements, and support our digital transformation efforts. Your passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Conduct detailed analysis and evaluation of production processes, including lead times, queue times, work-in-process, and cycle times to identify areas for improvement.
• Develop and implement solutions to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve overall productivity and throughput.
• Optimize facility layout to improve production flow and space utilization.
• Assist with new construction projects, providing input on facility design and layout.
• Develop custom tools to help scale production and support the shop floor.
• Build scalable and sustainable models to optimize product flow, while incorporating cost, schedule, and resource constraints.
• Develop optimized scheduling tools and align SAP/MRP systems with an executable plan given various capacity constraints.
• Utilize Power BI and other data systems to develop performance visuals; create and maintain accurate documentation of process changes and updates.
• Create new metrics and data visualizations to monitor shop floor performance and provide actionable insights.
• Collaborate with IT, ERP, business analytics, and data science teams to communicate requirements for planning and systems framework.
• Work with developers to design an interactive user interface that will be effective at scheduling jobs across cost centers.
• Lead and drive positive change using iterative and agile methodologies to guide digital transformation efforts.
• Identify potential safety hazards and recommend solutions to mitigate risks, adhering to all company policies and safety guidelines.
• Train and guide production staff on new processes and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 8+ years of experience in an industrial or manufacturing engineering role.
• Demonstrated experience in process analysis, evaluation, and improvement.
• Proficiency with data analysis and visualization tools, including Excel, Power BI, and Databricks.
• Strong data literacy, including experience with ETL, SQL, and data modeling.
• Ability to create and share dashboards and present actionable insights to leadership.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret or Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• Master’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience with SAP/MRP systems and developing optimized scheduling tools.
• Proven ability to build scalable and sustainable models for product flow optimization.
• Experience leading digital transformation efforts and driving change using agile methodologies.
• Familiarity with designing interactive user interfaces for manufacturing environments.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of meeting timelines and deliverables.
• Experience building simulation models utilizing intelligent objects and 3D facility visualization to evaluate and optimize manufacturing processes, material flow, and capacity planning within an industrial engineering context.

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.

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 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.

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.

Benefits include

• 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.