Business Operations Manager - Manufacturing Operations, Lunar Permanence

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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!

Business Operations Manager - Manufacturing Operations, Lunar

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for leading a team of Product and Site Integrations supporting the Manufacturing Operations team for Lunar Permanence in Merritt Island, FL. This includes building and leading a skilled, interdisciplinary team, responsible for planning and execution of a variety of project supporting Lunar Permanence Manufacturing sites, New Product Introduction for each of our vehicles (MK1/MK2/Transporter/Core Components), the execution of the business rhythm and reporting to integrate with the broader Blue Operations Team and with the Lunar Permanence Program. This is a hands-on position that requires the ability .to communicate the vision, strategy and tactical application of cost-effective strategies and key deliverables. This role will have the opportunity to build and scale a diverse team that will support all of our manufacturing operations leaders to achieve the mission of Lunar Transporter and deliver for our external customers. You will report directly to the Vice President of Lunar Manufacturing Operations at Blue’s Lunar Plant 1 facility. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

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

Position Overview

The Business Operations Manager will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing operational processes to ensure business objectives are met efficiently and effectively. This role serves as a critical link between executive leadership and operational teams to implement strategies, drive continuous improvement, and enhance organizational performance.

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