Supervisor - Flight Systems Labs

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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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design. About the Role We are seeking an experienced and motivated lab Supervisor to lead a team of development and test technicians. In this role, you will mentor and develop a team, and ensure work is performed safely, efficiently, and in accordance with quality standards. You will play a key role in supporting engineering development activities and driving continuous improvement within the lab environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coach, and develop a team of development lab technicians, fostering a collaborative and high-performing team culture.
• Plan, prioritize, and assign daily work to meet development schedules and program milestones.
• Ensure all lab activities are conducted in compliance with safety protocols, quality standards, and established procedures.
• Partner with engineering teams to support development testing, prototyping, and hardware builds.
• Monitor team performance, provide regular feedback, and conduct performance evaluations.
• Train and onboard new technicians, ensuring proper skill development and adherence to best practices.
• Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Manage lab resources, including tools, equipment, and consumables, ensuring availability and proper maintenance.
• Maintain accurate documentation, records, and reporting related to lab operations and activities.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action efforts when issues arise.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams, including engineering, production, and quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 4+ years of relevant experience in aerospace labs, manufacturing, or technical operations environment.
• 1+ years of experience in a leadership, supervisory, or team lead role.
• Strong understanding of safety practices and quality standards.
• Proficiency with data tracking, reporting, and productivity tools.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience mentoring or training entry-level employees.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and work in a lab environment for extended periods.
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs as needed.

Preferred ... For full info follow application link.ITAR RequirementsTo conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here. Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.