Blue Origin · 15 hours ago
Quality Specialist III
Blue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems for the benefit of Earth. They are seeking a Quality Specialist III to develop quality standards, conduct audits, and collaborate with various departments to ensure compliance with quality standards and enhance operational efficiency.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
Responsibilities
Develop and document quality standards, procedures, and work instructions in accordance with industry regulations and company policies
Conduct regular surveillance audits and inspections to ensure compliance with quality standards
Conduct first article inspections (FAI)
Identify areas for process improvement and work with cross-functional teams to implement changes that enhance quality and efficiency
Provide training sessions for employees on quality standards, procedures, and best practices
Support nonconformance material reviews
Collect and analyze quality data to identify trends, root causes of defects, and areas for improvement. Use data-driven insights to make recommendations for process enhancements
Collaborate with production, engineering, procurement, and other departments to ensure that quality is integrated into all aspects of the business
Other activities as assigned
Qualification
Required
GED / High School Diploma
Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in quality assurance or a related field. Experience in a regulated industry
Familiarity with AS9100 or ISO9001 Quality Management System and/or related quality systems and programs
Ability to support manufacturing schedules (C-Shift; Fri-Sun; 5am – 5pm) and overtime on as needed basis
Preferred
Aerospace, space launch, military or commercial aviation experience
Experience with quality tools such as Lean principles, Six Sigma, root cause analysis and corrective action
Relevant experience in AS9145, Advance Product Quality Planning and Production Part Approval Process
Quality performance measurement analysis capabilities (SPC)
Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
Certified Quality Auditor (CQA), Certified Quality Engineer (CQE), or similar certification is desirable
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
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.
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
Recent News
Washington Technology
2026-01-11
The Motley Fool
2026-01-11
Company data provided by crunchbase