Lunar Fluids and Propulsion Engineering Operations Lead

Blue Origin LLC

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Atlassian JIRA, Blue Programming Language, Budget Management, Business Skills, CDL Driver's License, Calendar Management, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Configuration Management, Corporate Finance, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Decision Support, Detail Oriented, Disability Accommodations, Earned Value Management (EVM), Establish Priorities, Facilities Management, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Green Construction, Hardware Development, Hazardous Materials/Substances, IP Multimedia System (IMS), Identify Issues, Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Material Moving, Mechanical Engineering, Medical Records, Microsoft Project, Military, Onboarding, Operational Strategy, Organizational Skills, PTC Creo, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Primavera, Problem Solving Skills, Product Lifecycle, Program Management Professional (PgMP), Program Planning, Project Execution, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Propulsion, Regulations, Reporting Dashboards, Requirements Management, Risk Management, Road Tests, Sales Management, Schedule Development, State Laws and Regulations, Status Reports, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Systems Engineering, Tableau, Time Management, Windchill PLM Software, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

You will plan, coordinate, and execute complex hardware development programs for Blue Moon lander systems. This includes managing schedules, tracking program plans, and ensuring development, qualification, and production hardware meets strict delivery deadlines. You'll coordinate multifunctional teams across Blue Origin's national facilities to manage hardware build prioritization and execution.

Using your technical background, you'll communicate effectively with engineering, manufacturing, operations, and supply chain teams. You'll present status updates, risks, opportunities, and recovery plans to engineering and program leadership. This role requires attention to detail, excellent communication skills, execution with urgency, and the ability to work independently with minimal direction.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and implement program operations and engineering strategies to meet performance and production objectives
Drive strategy execution by assigning projects and tasks, tracking budgets, and coordinating with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain
Lead project execution including risk management, status tracking, reporting, and resolution of blocking issues
Coordinate hardware build demand, prioritization, and scheduling across multifunctional teams nationwide
Create data-driven insights and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) dashboards to support executive decision-making
Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and program status reports

Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. or B.A. in Engineering or related technical field
5+ years of professional experience in program or project management, preferably with aerospace hardware or complex technical systems
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6 scheduling software
Experience with configuration management principles and practices
Proven ability to use data analytics tools and generate meaningful KPIs
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to senior leadership
Demonstrated success building cross-functional relationships and driving results through influence
High attention to detail with strong organizational and coordination skills
Ability to troubleshoot issues quickly and maintain project momentum under pressure
Passion for Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space

Preferred Qualifications:

Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft development, production, and operations
M.B.A. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
Experience with Integrated Master Plan/Schedule (IMP/IMS), critical path scheduling, and Earned Value Management (EVM)
Hands-on experience with Primavera P6, CREO, and Windchill
Working knowledge of Jira, Confluence, and Tableau
Experience managing projects across full product lifecycle (concept through operations)
Background in requirements management and risk management methodologies
Strong business acumen with experience in corporate finance or cost account management
Experience managing large, geographically distributed programs with multiple stakeholders

Compensation Range for:
CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95
WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20

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 atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of 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.

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