Blue Origin

Supply Chain Compliance Administrator

Blue Origin$104K — $145K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Business Administration, or related field
  • 10+ years of compliance experience in aerospace
  • Extensive knowledge of FAA, NASA, DoD, and international regulations
  • Proven success in implementing compliance programs, including FAR and DFAR
  • Strong understanding of government contracting, particularly with NASA and DoD
  • Experience with automated compliance reporting systems
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to influence across all organizational levels

Responsibilities

  • Guide and develop Supply Chain Export Strategies in collaboration with Trade Compliance
  • Assist in authoring and managing Export License applications to US regulatory bodies
  • Implement and maintain a comprehensive compliance program aligned with aerospace standards
  • Monitor evolving regulations and assess their impact on operations
  • Create automated compliance reporting systems focused on FAR and DFAR requirements
  • Conduct internal audits to identify and mitigate compliance risks
  • Collaborate with teams to integrate compliance into design and manufacturing processes
  • Serve as liaison with regulatory bodies for compliance-related communications

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance options and paid parental leave
  • Short and long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match
  • Education Support Program
  • Stock Options for regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
  • Paid Time Off up to four weeks per year and 14 company-paid holidays
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 supply chain professionals, technicians, and engineers, you will play a crucial role in ensuring our organization adheres to all relevant regulations, develops automated compliance reports, and educates our teams on designing compliant processes. The Supply Chain Compliance Administrator position will be instrumental in managing Export and Trade Compliance for high-profile contracts, including SLD with NASA and NSSL with Space Force.

Special Mentions:
  • Travel expected up to 25% of the time
  • Interviews may will include a technical assessment


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Provide guidance and develop Supply Chain Export Strategies in partnership with Blue Origin Trade Compliance
  • Assist with the authoring, management and amendments of Export License and Technical Assistance Agreement applications submitted to the US Department of Commerce and US State Department
  • Develop, implement, and maintain a comprehensive compliance program that aligns with aerospace industry standards, government regulations, FAR, and DFAR
  • Stay current with evolving regulations, including updates to import, export, FAR and DFAR, and assess their impact on our operations and contracts
  • Create and oversee automated compliance reporting systems to streamline monitoring and documentation processes, with a focus on FAR and DFAR requirements
  • Conduct regular internal audits to identify potential compliance risks and develop mitigation strategies
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate compliance requirements, including FAR and DFAR clauses, into product design, manufacturing, and service delivery processes
  • Provide expert guidance and training to all levels of the organization on compliance matters, with emphasis on FAR and DFAR regulations
  • Serve as the primary liaison with regulatory bodies and government agencies for compliance-related issues, including FAR and DFAR interpretations
  • Help align system compliance with the needs of the Global Supply Chain team located outside of the US.
  • Manage and respond to compliance inquiries, investigations, and audits from customers and regulatory authorities.
  • Develop an effective, efficient approach to ensuring policies, procedures, and documentation are compliant to FAR and DFAR contractual flow-downs.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Law, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in compliance roles within the aerospace industry
  • Extensive knowledge of FAA, NASA, DoD, and international aerospace regulations
  • Proven track record of successfully implementing and managing compliance programs in complex manufacturing environments, including FAR and DFAR compliance
  • Strong understanding of government contracting processes and requirements, particularly related to NASA and DoD contracts, and in-depth knowledge of FAR and DFAR
  • Experience with automated compliance reporting systems and data analytics
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels of an organization
  • Demonstrated ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Master's degree in a relevant field or Juris Doctor (J.D.)
  • Professional certifications such as Certified Compliance & Ethics Professional (CCEP)
  • Experience with ISO 9001, AS9100, or other quality management systems in aerospace
  • Experience working in a multi-cultural environment with both internal and external customers and stakeholders
  • Fluent in multiple languages


Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $104,027.00 - $145,637.10

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.

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 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.


About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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Founded
2000

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