Blue Origin · 18 hours ago
Principal Technical Program Manager - Emergins Systems
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Lead/Staff
$198K/yr - $277K/yr
10+ years expBlue Origin is dedicated to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Principal Technical Program Manager will lead complex technical programs for advanced laser communications and optical systems, managing cross-functional teams and ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end program management for advanced laser communication systems and optical technologies, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical requirements
Create and maintain comprehensive program plans, schedules, and resource allocations across multiple engineering disciplines
Coordinate complex dependencies between hardware, software, and optical engineering teams to ensure synchronized development and integration
Drive technical decision-making processes and facilitate resolution of cross-functional issues to maintain program momentum
Establish program governance frameworks, including key metrics, milestone tracking, and executive reporting mechanisms
Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate program risks through structured risk management processes
Lead technical reviews and milestone assessments, ensuring compliance with program requirements and quality standards
Represent programs to senior leadership, customers, and external stakeholders, effectively communicating technical concepts and program status
Collaborate with engineering leads to optimize hardware development cycles, manufacturing processes, and testing protocols
Guide teams through technical challenges in optical systems, fiber optics assembly, and laser communication technologies
Drive continuous improvement in program management methodologies and engineering processes
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or related technical field
10+ years of experience in technical program management for complex hardware development
7+ years of experience managing optical, electrical, or aerospace engineering programs
Demonstrated experience with full lifecycle program management, from conception through production
Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and development methodologies
Experience with risk management, resource planning, and schedule development for technical programs
Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams in a complex, matrix organization
Experience with program budgeting, financial tracking, and resource allocation
Excellent communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts to various audiences
Preferred
Master's degree or higher in Engineering, Physics, Optics, or related field
Experience with space systems, satellite communications, or optical communications technologies
Background in photonics, laser systems, or fiber optics technologies
PMP, PMI-ACP, or equivalent program management certification
Experience with Agile, Scrum, or hybrid product development methodologies
Knowledge of verification and validation processes for high-reliability systems
Experience with government contracts or aerospace industry programs
Background in managing manufacturing transitions from prototype to production
Experience with technical risk assessment and mitigation for first-of-kind systems
Strong technical acumen with ability to understand engineering tradeoffs and guide technical decision-making
History of successfully delivering complex technical programs under challenging constraints
Experience with ASIC development, hardware integration, or optical systems testing
Excellent negotiation and influence skills to drive consensus across stakeholders
Benefits
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%
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.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
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