Blue Origin · 9 hours ago
New Glenn Operations Chief of Staff
Space Coast, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable and low-cost space vehicles for the benefit of Earth. The New Glenn Operations Chief of Staff will serve as a strategic advisor to the VP of New Glenn Operations, managing business operations and providing overall site leadership across Blue Origin's Florida locations.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as trusted advisor and strategic thought partner to the VP of New Glenn Operations
Synthesize data and create executive briefings to support strategic decision-making
Manage headcount tracking, budget allocation, and business analytics for the entire organization
Drive special projects and cross-functional initiatives on behalf of the VP
Identify operational inefficiencies and develop solutions to improve organizational effectiveness
Create and maintain program management artifacts to track progress against key objectives
Prepare materials for executive reviews, Board meetings, and high-visibility presentations
Lead and drive strategic vision across Blue Origin’s Florida site locations, providing direct operational oversight
Mentor and develop site personnel using knowledge of strategy, business insights, and organizational structure
Aid the Operations team in facilitating effective decision-making on complex rocket operations scenarios
Implement critical initiatives that advance overarching organizational objectives across all Florida sites
Evaluate organizational barriers to success and develop courses of action to overcome such issues
Lead change management activities to evaluate, coordinate, and approve new requirements or changes
Facilitate effective communication between the VP and all stakeholders, including senior leadership
Coordinate Operations internal communications (announcements, updates, all-hands presentations)
Represent the VP in meetings where appropriate and follow up on action items
Coordinate with the broader New Glenn program team to ensure operations activities align with program milestones
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or related technical field
8+ years of progressive experience in aerospace, rocket operations, or related industries
5+ years of experience in project/program management, operations, or strategic roles
Proven track record of effective stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration
Strong analytical abilities and data-driven decision-making experience
Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders
Excellent communication skills: verbal, written, and data presentation
Ability to balance technical, business, and organizational influences
Preferred
MBA or Master's degree in relevant field
Previous experience in a Chief of Staff role supporting senior leadership
Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience
Aerospace launch operations experience, particularly in orbital rocket programs
Certified as a Six Sigma Blackbelt in Lean Operations
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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