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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on development, manufacturing, and operation of satellite systems to address one of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space mobility. As part of a hardworking team of diverse expertise, you will be accountable for programmatic operations of highly complex projects within the Business Units portfolio. Working with the engineering team representing the Program Management Office, you will coordinate across the program to build a detailed understanding and tracking of technical, budgetary, schedule, and risk. You will be responsible for development of recovery plans as required to fulfill meet project requirements and constraints. This position directly drives the ability to deliver program objectives, requiring a strong attention to detail and commitment with a blend of technical, business, and organizational acumen. The position falls within the PMO team assigned to report directly to the Director of Program Management.
Responsibilities
- Primary point of contact for execution and management of program deliverables, performance to plan, and completion of customer Statement of Work.
- Manage Contractual Data Requirements Lists and deliveries; support mission unique scope definition and programmatic (scope, schedule, financial) baselining/budget management; are responsible for customer relationship building and management (from pre-solicitation through launch/delivery/ops), program staffing requests and team scope management (eng. people come from functional, but program specific tasking comes from the PM), spend planning, risk management, cash flow
- Prioritize weekly and monthly tasking across multiple organizations and functions within the project; maintain cognizance of all project activities.
- Lead financial performance of accounts held at the program level; oversee financial performance of accounts held by subsystem leads.
- Implement business rhythm: organize, prepare for, and conduct staff meetings, operating reviews, monthly corporate reporting, and quarterly and annual planning cycles, generation and tracking of action items.
- Lead the Program Planning & Control, Finance, Procurement, Cost Engineering teams to establish program baselines, detailed planning, execution status, and recovery plans to variance.
- Partner with supporting functional organizations (e.g., Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, Enterprise Technology) to assure continuous interfaces, smooth operations, and reconciliation of process standards, action items, and emergent issues both across the project.
- Represent the Business Unit/Product Line interests on proposal efforts in terms of scope, price vs cost, and resource allocation. Single threaded leader responsible for Program sign off (certifying) of proposal content.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Qualifications
- Degree in business, management, engineering or equivalent
- Background in program management and/or planning in Aerospace
- Experience working on Aerospace Development Programs and/or Space Systems
- Strong understanding DFARs based contracts
- Experience in structured environments, especially establishing and maintaining a structured culture within a diverse workforce and diverse work portfolio
- Strongly motivated by an operations outlook and work ethic: tactical responsiveness, making important decisions fast, Deliver Results, Bias for Action
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
- Demonstrated expertise in the use of MS Project for labor loaded Integrated Schedules
- Active or ability to acquire/renew Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph
- 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.
Desired
- Experience in dynamic (e.g., growing, evolving) organizations, including planning, budget, schedule, quality, deliverables, reporting, staff, facilities, and interfaces
- Demonstrated experience managing development projects and programs
Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $153,371-$214,718
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
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.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
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, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.
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