Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
This role is part of Blue National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs.
This role sits within the Blue National Security team. As part of an interdisciplinary team of engineers, procurement professionals, and program managers, you will serve as the primary technical interface between Blue Origin and our critical Tier 2/3 suppliers delivering communications hardware for NASA programs.
We are seeking an individual with excellent technical, communication, and project management skills who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. You will share in the team's impact on operational efficiency, process improvement, and the democratization of data across the organization. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise and management acumen to positively impact business operations at Blue Origin. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Owning supplier technical engagement including engineering reviews, test witness, qualification plans
- Managing technical scope while holding suppliers accountable to program schedules and budget
- Collaborating with engineering teams to drive technical de-risking activities with suppliers. Track technical risk metrics and drive supplier mitigations
- Providing program-level insight into supplier technical capabilities and risks
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering
- 6+ years supplier management experience with technical projects
- Demonstrated RF/communications domain experience (aerospace preferred)
- Hands-on experience with MIL-STD-15288, AS9100D, or similar QMS frameworks
- Exceptional communication and cross-functional coordination skills
- Must be able to translate ambiguous business problems into rigorous processes
- Passion for space exploration and commitment to quality
- Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
- Must be able to work onsite in Denver, CO
- Up to 20% travel to supplier sites (domestic and international)
Preferred Qualifications- PM certification (PMP/CPM)
- Aerospace hardware experience strongly preferred
- Familiarity with FAR/DFARS regulations
- Active TS / SCI security clearance
Base Pay Range for:
CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85
Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon'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.
