Technical Project Manager Level III

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 a Technical Project Manager on the Ground Systems Development Team, you will directly support Blue Origin’s success by planning the design, build and commissioning of for test and launch systems across all Blue Origin sites. The ideal candidate will have professional expertise in project management, technical leadership, and a proven track record of successfully delivering complex projects on time and within budget. The person in this role will handle technical scope definition, schedules, budgets, material procurement and resource allocation to complete projects on schedule and within the allocated budget. Additionally, this role will work closely with our system engineering, fluids design, mechanical design, and instrumentation and data systems controls teams to ensure alignment between test system requirements and component/subsystem level qualification needs. This position offers the opportunity to support strategic initiatives and development of best practices at the department level.
 
We are looking for a project manager 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!  

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 25% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Van Horn Specific information

Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee’s additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance.  Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee’s ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and manage the end-to-end delivery of multiple technical projects, including planning, scheduling, procurement, resource allocation, and budget management. 
• Act as primary contact to developing overall project management plan consistent with objectives defined by key stakeholders. 
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define, monitor and control project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Proactively monitor and control project scope, manage change requests, and track risks and opportunities for multiple projects. 
• Track key performance indicators and report out at program monthly reviews.  
• Manage the preparation, execution, and closeout of follow-up actions for Gated Reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR).  
• Develop procurement packages, perform bid leveling, and manage external subcontracts (minimum Fixed-Price and Time & Materials) in support of project efforts. 
• 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 construction, business, engineering, or another technical field.  
• >5 years of experience, including complex system development projects within the aerospace, high pressure system or similar safety critical industry.  
• Understands theory and practical application of Program/Project Management discipline.
• Prior execution of multiple projects to successful completion, on budget and on time, and ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proven experience managing cross-functional project teams. 
• Demonstrated knowledge and application of project management principles on complex, multi-disciplinary systems, including project planning, integrated master schedules, critical path, change management, and after-action reporting.  
• Organized self-starter, capable of breaking down complex problems into traceable tasks and concisely presenting project status. 
• Recognize and act on opportunities; maintain flexibility to adjust as requirements shift or constraints change.
• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), Intermediate
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to identify and tailor to a target audience. Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.  
• Candidate must be able to successfully apply for badging at a government installation.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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

• MS, MBA, Project Management Professional, and/or Scrum Master  
• Prior experience working in the following areas:
• Aerospace flight/component testing or design 
• Construction industry including permitting, electrical, structural, cryogenics and fluids systems
• Design, build and test of fluids and/or cryogenic systems
• Data systems and instrumentation hardware and software development
• Experience with some or all the following tools: MS Project, MS Project Web App or Project Online, Airtable, Tableau, Windchill, and JIRA.
• Strong passion and knowledge of Blue Origin and our Mission. 

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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