MK2 Senior Project Engineer

Blue Origin LLC

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atlassian JIRA, Automation, CDL Driver's License, Cargo/Freight, Coaching, Communication Skills, Cross-Functional, Disability Accommodations, Documentation, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Green Construction, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Legal, Management Strategy, Manufacturing, Material Moving, Medical Records, Metrics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Military, Onboarding, Operational Support, Performance Metrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Product Development, Product Lifecycle, Project Engineering, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project/Program Management, Regulations, Reporting Skills, Risk, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Road Tests, Six Sigma Certification, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain, System Integration (SI), Team Lead/Manager, Technical Writing, Time Management, 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.

As a Senior Project Engineer, you will report to the MK2 Program Operations Director and drive operational excellence and velocity for the MK2 team. You will act support the Operations Director to drive execution of various initiatives across the MK2 vehicle team. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and attention towards safe and reliable spaceflight.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Lead and facilitate program decision and risk review boards for human spaceflight systems, driving clear outcomes and accountability while ensuring alignment with program objectives
Proactively identify, track, and drive resolution of risks across the human lunar landing program, not merely documenting issues but actively working with teams to implement solutions
Communicate and support the execution of the vision, strategic goals, priorities, and performance metrics across the organization
Work closely with program management, engineering, supply chain, and production teams to integrate product development efforts and remove obstacles to progress
Collaborate with Integrated Product Team leadership and external manufacturing partners to drive product lifecycle stages to mature production
Develop and implement robust risk management strategies for human-rated systems, including characterizing risks/opportunities, creating mitigation plans, and actively monitoring outcomes
Coach and train team members on effective use of risk management processes and tools, fostering a culture of proactive risk identification
Create comprehensive reports on program risks with actionable insights for leadership
Drive decision velocity by establishing clear frameworks, gathering necessary information, and facilitating timely resolution of open items
Provide and implement recommendations to improve risk tracking tools, metrics, and reports - measuring both risk management performance and process effectiveness
Identify cross-functional dependencies and work with teams to establish clear ownership and accountability for resolution

Minimum Qualifications:

5+ years system development/integration experience or project management experience - preferably with aerospace hardware or complex technical systems, including some aspect of product development risk management
Familiar with structured risk management plans & risk monitoring
Proven ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with staff at all levels of the organization, external stakeholders, and customers
Excellent technical writing and presentation skills
Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
B.S./B.A. degree in engineering or other technical field

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with human spaceflight systems and human-rating requirements
Risk management experience in safety-critical industries
Experience with Confluence & JIRA
Experience with Tableau or Microsoft BI
PMP Certification
Lean Six Sigma Certification
Ability to leverage artificial intelligence to support automation
Demonstrated success driving resolution of complex, cross-functional issues
Experience facilitating decision-making processes in technical environments

Compensation Range for:
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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