Title: Autonomy Engineering Manager

Location: Greater Seattle Area

Position Type: Full time

Requisition ID: R62821

Description:

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 Autonomy Engineering Manager leads the Autonomy Engineering group within Enterprise Engineering Flight Systems, reporting directly to the Senior Director of Flight Systems. This role balances both leadership and technical responsibilities, ensuring Business Units receive expert support in simulation, aerodynamics, Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), navigation, and systems engineering.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Team Leadership & Development

• Build and manage a high-performing team of industry experts through strategic recruiting, hiring, and retention
• Provide daily guidance, leadership, and mentoring to team members
• Conduct regular performance reviews and ensure appropriate professional development opportunities
• Manage task assignments, workload balancing, and project allocation across the team

Business Partnership

• Collaborate with Business Units to understand requirements, define expectations, and establish deliverables
• Develop multi-year resource planning aligned with strategic objectives
• Track and report key performance metrics and schedule adherence
• Ensure the team consistently meets or exceeds internal customer expectations

Strategic Direction

• Partner with the Senior Director and other leaders to shape and execute the strategic vision for Flight Systems
• Identify opportunities for innovation and process improvement
• Ensure technical excellence across all supported disciplines

Technical Contribution

• Provide hands-on engineering expertise in one or more specialized areas (simulation, aerodynamics, CFD, navigation, or systems engineering)
• Apply technical knowledge to guide team solutions and approach

Minimum Qualifications:

Education & Experience

• Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D. preferred) in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
• 7-10 years of experience in simulation, aerodynamics, CFD, navigation, or systems engineering
• Demonstrated success leading technical teams in complex engineering environments

Technical Knowledge

• Working understanding of the complexities and interdependencies across multiple disciplines within flight systems
• Practical experience in at least one of the core technical areas supported by the team
• Knowledge of aerospace systems and spaceflight operations preferred

Leadership Skills

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
• Proven talent for building and developing high-performing technical teams
• Strong project and resource management capabilities

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $150,743.00 - $211,039.50

Other site ranges may differ

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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.