Senior Manager - Program/Project Management

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 a part of the Test & Flight Operations team, providing centralized support to Business Units with a focus on the design, build, and maintenance of the ground systems, test, and launch facilities across multiple locations.

As the Project Management Manager on the Ground Systems Development Team, you will lead a team of ~10 engineers in the development and ongoing ownership of schedules, budgets, risks, and project plans for Blue Origin's test facilities. You will be responsible for delegating work assignments, providing team mentorship and guidance, and working with individuals on their career goals and growth opportunities. You will also perform as a project manager on ground system projects, requiring a wide application of project management principles and concepts plus a solid understanding of related subject areas: fluids, structures, mechanical systems, and instrumentation & control. The position offers an opportunity to work with all of Blue's programs, including engine test facilities, launch complexes, and advanced program activities!

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!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the Project Management team in work assignment, status tracking, and auditing for improvement.

• Support team growth through performance assessments, mentorship, and discussion of growth opportunities.

• Lead project initiation by capturing requirements from other Blue teams, writing project plans, and developing baseline schedules and budgets.

• Monitor work assignments, manage change, track risks, and report at program monthly reviews for multiple projects.

• Guide the preparation, execution, and closeout of follow-up actions for Gated Reviews (e.g. SRR, PDR, CDR).

• Perform audits and continual improvement of project management tools and apply structure to how a growing organization manages multiple projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree or higher in engineering, construction, business, finance, or another technical field.

• 7+ years of experience, including complex system development projects within the aerospace, high-pressure system, or similar safety-critical industry.

• Demonstrated leadership and/or mentorship of teams in a technical setting.

• Demonstrated knowledge and application of project management principles on complex, multi-disciplinary systems, including project planning, RACI, IMS, critical path, EVMS, change management, and after-action reporting.

• Prioritized self-starter, capable of breaking down complex problems into traceable tasks and concisely presenting project status.

• Clear communicator with experience presenting concepts to broad discipline audiences.

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA, PMP, Lean Six Sigma Certification, and/or Change Certification.

• Prior experience in or working with the construction industry including permitting, electrical, structural, cryogenics, and fluids systems.

• Prior experience managing personnel remotely to office locations.

• Prior implementation of Earned Value Management.

• Experience with some or all the following tools: MS Project, Primavera P6, Tableau, Windchill, JIRA, JAMA, and Deltek.

• Writing of RFQs or proposals in response to work requests.

• Experience with the design, build, and test of fluids and/or cryogenic systems.

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

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