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Blue Origin LLC Vice President - Enterprise Engineering in Seattle, Washington

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role leads Blue Origin's Enterprise Engineering Functional Organization, where we provide technical standards, tools, processes, training, and technical authority to accelerate and improve product engineering and manufacturing across our product lines. This Vice President of Enterprise Engineering role drives the definition and implementation of enterprise-wide engineering excellence. This role involves leading a team of engineering experts who define company-wide standard methodologies, provide core expertise in chief engineering, systems engineering, material & processes, avionics and software, flight systems, structural analysis and engineering development processes and tools - including model based engineering and high levels of automation. Leading this diverse team, you will make the Business Units more efficient and successful in achieving safe, low-cost, manufacturable designs leading to the vision of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of earth! The successful leader will bring to bear the expertise within the team and strong collaborative relationships with the Business Units, Operations and other functions that make Blue Origin world-class in the development and manufacture of space systems. Responsibilities Provide overall leadership for the diverse team of engineering experts in achieving Blue's vision of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of earth. Enable every Business Unit to execute their product lifecycles more effectively and cost-efficiently, and to achieve high production rates that support Blue's business objectives. Establish the right engineering development processes that position Blue as a leader in lowering the cost of access to space. Build and drive implementation of engineering infrastructure enabling full digital thread, generative AI, innovative simulation, and design automation. Partner with Business Units to define and implement roadmaps for improved engineering development processes, emphasizing design simplicity and design for manufacturing. Provide leadership and ownership for the diverse collection of laboratories supporting the enterprise. Lead the staffing and deployment of Chief Engineering talent across the Enterprise. Contribute directly to solving technical challenges and driving innovation. Serve on the Senior Staff and contribute to overall company objectives. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Minimum Qualifications Background of full engineering leadership responsibilities, a demonstrated track record of successful business results and deep engineering development savvy, with a strong customer focus. 15+ years proven and decisive senior leadership experience in full-lifecycle development, build and operations of complex space systems; in-depth knowledge of aerospace engineering principles including propulsion, aerodynamics, avionics, and materials science. Experience implementing model-based engineering, digital thread, generative AI, and design automation. Experience leading and motivating high-caliber technical specialists and leaders. Proven understanding of business principles and how engineering decisions impact financial performance. Drive data-supported decisions with a sense of urgency and possess the ability to instill that in others. Passion for growing talent and identifying and rewarding impactful leaders. Ability to earn trust, maintai

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