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This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, inspectors, and engineers, we are looking for someone to apply their technicalexpertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positivelyimpactsafe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision isrequired!

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Shifts available:
  • C shift Friday 6 Sunday
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, Specialists, to execute daily manufacturing quality operations
• Conduct regular performance reviews, setobjectives, andidentifyprofessional development opportunities for direct reports
• Foster a team culture anchored in accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
• Champion adherence to the AS9100 Quality Management System across manufacturing operations; lead internal audit activities
• Identify, prioritize, and lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured methodologies (e.g., DMAIC, Kaizen, 8D)
• Develop and track quality metrics and KPIs; prepare variance analyses andinitiatecorrective actions to address adverse trends
• Support preparation and management of the Quality Assuranceoperatingbudget,identifyingcost reduction opportunities without compromising safety
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Test teams to embed quality at every stage of the product lifecycle
• Serve as the primary Quality representative during hardware acceptance reviews, launch readiness reviews, and customer audits
• Support the Supplier Quality team in addressing supplier nonconformances thatimpactmanufacturing.
• Interface with regulatory agencies (FAA, NASA) and customers asrequiredto communicate quality status and corrective actions

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive quality engineering or quality management experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments
• 3+ years of direct people management experience, withdemonstratedability to develop high-performing teams
• Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management Systems and the ability to lead internal and external audits
• Demonstrated experience managing nonconformance processes, corrective action systems, and First Article Inspections (AS9102)
• Proven ability to lead root cause analysis investigations (8D, Fishbone, FMEA, or equivalent) and drive sustainable corrective actions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present quality data and recommendations to senior leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace launch vehicle manufacturing, space systems, or human-rated flight hardware programs
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification;demonstratedapplication in a manufacturing environment
• Familiarity with AS9145 (APQP/PPAP)methodologyand its application in new product development to production transitions
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality performance measurement analysis
• Relevant experience in a start-up or growth-stage environment, transitioning products from development through production to operations
• Exposure to NASA standards (NASA-STD-8739 series, NPR 8735) or FAA quality requirements

Base Pay Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results, or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.