Sr Manager, Test & Inspection

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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!

As a part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will oversee the Non-Destructive testing of flight hardware for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of transforming the way rockets are made and operated. If you share our passions and vision, thrive in a dynamic startup environment, excel on integrated cross-functional teams, are experienced and skilled in several relevant technologies (even perhaps not in the aerospace industry), continuously seek out opportunities to learn and improve, enjoy occasional travel, and do not allow title or job description limit the depth or breadth of your contributions, then we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to::

• This position is responsible for directing the daily activities related to execution of the Nondestructive Testing Engineering and Operations teams at Blue Origin's Huntsville Manufacturing and Testing site.
• This position is responsible for the performance of NDT personnel in supporting all current and future program needs across all business units with activities in the Huntsville area.
• This position monitors current and future potential NDT activity and actively assists or provides direction to assign the correct resources to complete the task(s).
• Manage budget planning and execution of annual operating budgets for the Huntsville site.
• Manage and grow the Non-Destructive Testing team, including developing resource plans and profiles, authorizing job descriptions, conducting interviews, making hiring recommendations, assigning tasks, and conducting performance reviews and developing team members.
• Set priorities and completion milestones for projects and activities
• Manage the Engineering tasks for specialized non-destructive testing of production hardware in order to guarantee achievement of on time delivery, cost and quality
• Setup new production areas, including layouts, tooling and equipment validation
• Assist in the transition from development to production, including qualification schedules and first articles.
• Develop and maintain NDT group training, qualification and certifications.
• Work with and collaborate with NDT groups throughout Blue Origin manufacturing sites.
• Perform second party verifications and hardware inspections to engineering models, drawings, specifications, and written procedures
• Assure continued training and skills development to attract, develop, and retain top tier people
• Forecast and developing recovery plans for constraints critical to vehicle delivery schedule.
• Identify and implement inspection reduction and automation projects for rate production efficiency.
• Other duties as assigned or otherwise beneficial to fulfilling the mission and vision.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required

Minimum Qualifications:

• Knowledge in at least three of the following NDT methods: Radiography (RT), Ultrasonic Testing (UT), Penetrant Inspection (PT), Eddy Current (ET), or Shearography (ST).
• Knowledge and experience of support function roles within Value Stream production structure.
• Hands-on working experience in a manufacturing environment and a corresponding understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Knowledge of robotic inspection and data acquisition.
• Demonstrated proficiency with a variety of NDT inspection techniques and equipment, along with a working knowledge of blueprint reading and interpretation
• Knowledge of industry NDT standards (ex. NAS410, NASA-STD-5009, ASTM E164, ASTM 1742, ASTM 1417, AMS-STD-2154, etc...)
• Experience managing a budget to meet organizational financial goals
• The ideal candidate would have/maintain multiple ASNT Level 3 certifications; in at least one volumetric and one surface inspection method.
• Experience with AS9100 certification (or similar)
• Strong leadership, problem solving, and written/verbal communication skills
• Ability to analyze, evaluate and develop solutions to a variety of situations (technical, organizational, etc.)
• Experience with MS Office products
• Candidates should possess the skills to coach/mentor individuals to work effectively under time and budget constraints.
• Exceptional organizational and analytical skills and a proven ability to drive complex projects with minimal oversight

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in an engineering or science discipline and at least 10 years of related experience in Quality/Manufacturing/NDT processes (or an equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Experience with auditing practices and Process Certification
• Broad/deep scheduling and planning skillset
• Experience with large project management
• Experience with project planning and Master Schedule integration
• Proficiency with resource loaded schedules using Primavera (P6), Open Plan, MS Project, or other software
• Experienced in handling large aerospace components
• Experienced in a team-based Lean Manufacturing environment
• Experience with the manufacturing/inspection of Welding and Additive Manufacturing

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.

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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

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Benefits

• 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.

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