Technical Project Manager II

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 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.

Technical Project Manager II, Business Performance - TeraWave

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space communications and requires dedicated commitment and detailed attention to safe, repeatable manufacturing. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will support the management operating system driving sustainable improvement in the production of components and assemblies for TeraWave - Blue Origin's satellite communications program. This is a hands-on position requiring effective communication, high judgment, and knowledge of manufacturing production systems.

We are seeking a proactive, collaborative individual with excellent analytical ability. This role will collaborate directly with the senior leadership team and decision-makers to identify, recommend, develop, and implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

- Build the business related dashboards and KPI management system.
- Execute the rhythm of the business and TeraWave's management operating system.
- Define and standardize business processes across cross-functional teams.
- Mature the management operating system to proactively anticipate performance risks and generate ideas, insights, and solutions to resolve or mitigate issues - followed by decisive action to implement those solutions.
- Oversee and drive the measurement, analysis, reporting, and continuous improvement of TeraWave manufacturing team performance.
- Manage budgeting and goal-planning processes across the team to drive effective planning in support of TeraWave's Top 100 goals.
- Participate in company-wide process definition and improvement across manufacturing processes, business processes, production planning, lessons learned, and other standards as needed.
- Implement the Blue Production System to build a production framework that supports world-class capabilities and fosters One Blue culture across TeraWave's greenfield manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

- BS degree with an emphasis in Supply Chain Management and/or Engineering.
- 6+ years of experience with progressive responsibility in manufacturing - satellites, spacecraft, electronics, semiconductors, launch vehicles, aircraft, automotive, medical devices, or power generation systems.
- Experience with SQL, Python, Tableau, and data analytics.
- Experience implementing visual factory and production operating systems in a high-mix, low-volume or early-stage production environment.
- Lean manufacturing practitioner with expertise in statistical process control; skilled in process definition, development, deployment, measurement, and improvement.
- Highly effective, professional verbal and written communication skills with a strong focus on teamwork and customer satisfaction.
- Experience using production scheduling MRP/ERP systems.
- 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

- Master's degree or MBA is a plus.
- Experience transitioning manufacturing capabilities from development/prototype phase to full-rate production - particularly in satellite, RF, optical, or electronics manufacturing.
- Knowledge of fabrication processes, integration processes, systems engineering best practices, test, quality, and configuration management systems relevant to satellite or communications hardware.
- Experience managing facility-level capital improvements and upgrades in support of a greenfield or rapidly scaling manufacturing program.

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Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35

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, 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.
- 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.

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 at  [email protected] . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.