Flight Sciences Manager

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 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. The Flight Sciences Engineering Manager leads a cross‑functional engineering group within Enterprise Engineering Flight Systems, reporting directly to the Senior Director of Flight Systems. This role balances both leadership and technical responsibilities, building world‑class tooling and methods in simulation, aerodynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), navigation, and systems engineering. Responsibilities Lead the development and management of technology roadmaps in simulation, aerodynamics, CFD, and navigation Recruit, develop, and retain high‑performing Flight Sciences Engineers to build an effective, cross‑functional team. Collaborate with other teams and Business Unit stakeholders in defining the vision for Flight Sciences Drive the engineering team to successfully execute development plans to meet expected program milestones Define, track, and report metrics on both team performance and engineering deliverable quality to Flight Systems leadership. Develop multi‑year resourcing level estimates for Flight Sciences Engineering Provide day‑to‑day guidance, leadership, and mentoring to the individual contributors in the Flight Sciences team Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure appropriate professional development opportunities Provide hands‑on and technical mentorship engineering expertise in one or more specialized areas (simulation, aerodynamics, CFD, navigation, or systems engineering) Collaborate with other members of the Flight Systems Leadership Team to develop the annual operational budget. Ability to work across multiple Blue Business units to develop tools and deliver useful products that enhances productivity Minimum Qualifications B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or related technical field 7+ years of experience in simulation, aerodynamics, CFD, navigation, and/or systems engineering Demonstrated success leading technical teams in complex aerospace engineering environments Strong project, mentorship, and resource management capabilities Ability to translate complex technical concepts across different stakeholder groups Desired Qualifications Experience as a people manager M.S.+ in Aerospace Engineering, or a related field Familiarity with AI to build tools, products, and reports Base Pay Range WA applicants is $150,743.00 - $211,039.50 Other site ranges may differ Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $150,743.00 - $211,039.50 Culture Statement Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. 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