Manufacturing Engineer - Business Process Management

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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 a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer – Business Process Management to join our New Glenn Manufacturing Engineering (ME) team at Blue Origin. This role will drive manufacturing engineering excellence by standardizing ME workflows, championing enterprise automation and digital tool adoption, eliminating recurring and non-value-added (NVA) tasks, and building a robust ME knowledge management ecosystem. The ideal candidate is results-driven, systems-minded, and passionate about building scalable processes that empower engineering teams to deliver high-quality products at scale.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers and technical specialists, you will lead the standardization, automation, and knowledge-management initiatives that define how New Glenn Manufacturing Engineering operates. You will own the development of standardized ME processes and documentation, drive integration of enterprise tools (Jules, Windchill, Creo Illustrate, Clear to Build), and build the systems and metrics that provide visibility into ME performance and continuous improvement. This role is crucial to reducing cycle time, improving engineering productivity, and enabling data-driven execution in support of mission success.

Position Specific Details

Shifts: 1st | Mon–Fri (8am–5pm)

Locations: Space Coast, FL

Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve standardized ME processes, documentation templates, and best practices.
• Enhance work order quality and consistency by enforcing standard procedures and providing structured guidance on standard notes, drawing requirements, and process specifications.
• Increase visibility and traceability of ME actions
• Standardize and improve mBOM management within MRP systems.
• Proactively identify, evaluate, and integrate new digital and automation tools into daily ME operations.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and trainer for emerging enterprise platforms, including Creo Illustrate.
• Accelerate adoption of AI-driven solutions for work order generation and advanced data visualization to enable informed, data-driven decision-making.
• Advocate for and drive ongoing tool usability improvements to support standardization and efficiency.
• Identify, automate, and streamline frequently recurring, manual, or non-value-added ME tasks.
• Standardize common tasks and eliminate non-essential work using digital tools, scripts, and best practices.
• Reduce operational overhead and enable engineers to focus on high-value, strategic activities.
• Track and report time savings and capacity gains realized through task optimization.
• Lead development of the New Glenn Manufacturing Engineering Handbook.
• Develop and curate a comprehensive, easily accessible ME knowledge ecosystem, including onboarding materials, training resources, and step-by-step guides for high-impact processes.
• Foster a culture of knowledge sharing through standardized wikis, knowledge bases, and central repositories of standard notes, drawings, reference documents, and checklists.
• Build ME operating rhythms, dashboards, and KPIs to provide visibility into process standardization, automation adoption, and continuous improvement.
• Lead cross-functional initiatives, coordinating with Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to drive process excellence.
• Support Production/Manufacturing Readiness efforts by ensuring standardized documentation and processes are in place to enable rapid, repeatable execution.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, with demonstrated ownership of process standardization, documentation, or workflow improvement initiatives.
• 2+ years of hands-on experience developing standardized processes, templates, or automation solutions within a manufacturing environment.
• Proficiency with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) and Manufacturing Execution System (MES) tools
• Demonstrated ability to proactively identify inefficiencies, drive process improvements, and lead change across cross-functional teams.
• Excellent technical project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing automated workflows, templates, and standardized systems or processes within a PLM/MES environment
• Strong communication skills for presenting technical information and driving alignment with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, root-cause/corrective-action, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience with AI/ML technologies, data analytics tools, or digital manufacturing platforms.
• Experience building knowledge management systems, wikis, or technical handbooks.
• Direct experience with aerospace or high-reliability manufacturing environments.

Culture Statement

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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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• 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

• 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.

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Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

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