Manager, Engine Control System Avionics

BLUE ORIGIN

. Lead a team responsible for engine control subsystem delivery, including controller hardware, software, instrumentation, harnessing, and integration .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $150,743 - $211,040 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading engineering teams to deliver complex avionics and control systems, with a strong focus on project management, technical direction, and quality assurance throughout the product lifecycle.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Team LeadershipProject ManagementAvionics Systems ExperienceRequirements DecompositionTechnical Direction

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Hard Skills

Engineering DegreeProject ExecutionSubsystem IntegrationRisk ManagementTechnical DesignVerification/ValidationData FrameworksPerformance ManagementManufacturing KnowledgeTesting Knowledge

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCoachingTeam Culture Development

Industry Keywords

Control SystemsEngineering SubsystemsLifecycle CostInterdisciplinary EngineeringCustomer RequirementsSafety RisksHR ComplianceContinuous Growth

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead a team responsible for engine control subsystem delivery, including controller hardware, software, instrumentation, harnessing, and integration
Manage project execution, scope, deliverables, cost, schedule, and lifecycle cost
Identify, document, communicate, and mitigate technical, programmatic, asset, and safety risks and opportunities
Coordinate with Operations, Supply Chain, and other Enterprise functions
Develop and oversee technical plans aligned with customer requirements and internal design criteria
Own product scope from development through qualification, rate production, and commercial flight operations
Manage interdisciplinary engineering tasks and subsystem interfaces
Ensure quality of engineering outputs, documentation, analyses, and verification/validation
Provide technical direction and support to the engineering team
Support requirements decomposition and allocation, systems engineering, technical design, analysis, and integration
Create project-data frameworks and monitor key project metrics
Oversee hiring, employee development, coaching, performance management, and HR compliance
Foster continuous growth, learning, and a positive team culture

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven track record of leading and managing teams to deliver complex engineering subsystems or products
Minimum of a B.S. degree in Engineering or technical field, or significant demonstrated experience leading teams designing/developing complex engineered products in lieu of a technical degree
5+ years of experience in a relevant engineering field
Significant experience in avionics systems and/or control systems
Project management experience
Basic knowledge across requirements negotiation, design, analysis, manufacturing, testing, and vehicle integration
Strong communication skills across all levels of the organization
Passion for Blue Origin’s mission and vision
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee or asylee
Ability to complete Blue’s Standard Background Check
Additional background checks or credentials may apply to certain job profiles

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results