Earlier this week, Blue Origin advertised for a senior manager to oversee the fabrication of tanks for their ambitious New Glenn rocket. The company's next-gen Quattro upper stage is set to power the vehicle with four BE-3U engines, marking a significant leap from its current two-engine configuration.

The job description hints at a dramatic increase in production: from 12 per year to 60 by 2028, and then 100 annually by 2029. This surge is crucial for Blue Origin's lunar ambitions as part of NASA’s Artemis program, aiming for more frequent launches and increased payload capacity.

While these targets are ambitious, they underscore the company's commitment to not only expanding its capabilities but also supporting future space exploration initiatives. The New Glenn has already launched three times since January 2025, with plans for a larger variant, 9×4, which could debut next year.

As Blue Origin ramps up production, it raises questions about the logistical challenges and infrastructure required to meet these ambitious timelines. Only time will tell if humanity can match this pace of innovation and expansion in space.