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Manager, GSE & Tooling

Blue Origin

WA - Jules Verne Factory, United States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 10 Aug 2026

💰 $196,442/yr($140,316/yr – $196,442/yr)

About the role

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 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.

Blue Origin is developing next-generation spaceflight hardware. In this role, you will manage and inspire a group of highly skilled mechanical design engineers responsible for creating tooling and ground support equipment (GSE) for our aerospace programs. Your leadership will drive the manufacturing, testing, and delivery of hardware that supports business units across the company. As a manager, you are expected to provide both technical guidance and people leadership—setting a clear technical direction and empowering your team to address complex manufacturing challenges. You will champion the adoption of innovative manufacturing technologies and oversee the development of systems and processes that ensure consistent, high-quality results.

As a people leader, you will work closely with your team members to define clear goals, develop career paths, and establish roles, responsibilities, and accountability. Your efforts will have a direct impact on the future of space exploration, requiring a strong commitment to safety, repeatability, and quality in human spaceflight. We seek a candidate who brings technical expertise, effective leadership, and a passion for our mission to advance safe and reliable human spaceflight.

Responsibilities:

Build and mentor a high-performing team of mechanical design engineers, supporting their personal and professional development
Prepare and deliver both informal and formal performance reviews
Communicate tooling priorities, timelines, and obstacles to stakeholders and leadership
Balance and prioritize multiple projects in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Manage staffing to ensure progress on all business unit and organizational objectives
Drive engineering project execution, develop project plans, discuss technical trade-offs, manage risks, track and report on status, and resolve blocking issues
Provide technical support to engineers on large-scale tooling and GSE solutions as needed
Evaluate business cases for proposed upgrades to ensure a strong return on investment
Explore alternative requirements and design approaches to simplify systems and reduce costs
Promote results-driven planning and a commitment to continuous process improvement
Conduct conceptual and detailed design reviews of tooling and fixtures supporting the manufacture of engine and flight hardware
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot technical and non-technical issues

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree or higher in mechanical, structural, aerospace, electrical, manufacturing, or a related engineering field
5+ years of experience in the design and integration of mechanical systems (e.g., mechanisms, power transmission, hydraulics, fluid systems), electrical systems and components, control systems, support structures, and/or lifting fixtures
Demonstrated ability to set priorities, manage schedules and budgets, and ensure timely project completion
Proven track record of successful project delivery
Knowledge of tooling and equipment commissioning, testing, qualification, and maintenance
Experience with design software such as CATIA, Siemens NX, or PTC Creo/Windchill
Experience with engineering analysis tools such as ANSYS Workbench, FEMAP, NASTRAN, NX Advanced Simulation, or ProE Simulate/Mechanical

Desired:

Extensive management experience within the aerospace or a related industry
Expertise in design for manufacturability and design for assembly (DFx), including experience taking products from initial development through rate production
Strong understanding of manufacturing materials, GD&T, and tolerance/stack-up analysis
Experience with FEA (finite element analysis) a