Blue Origin · 13 hours ago
Lunar Fluids and Propulsion Engineering Operations Lead
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$134K/yr - $187K/yr
5+ years expBlue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems for the benefit of Earth. The Lunar Fluids and Propulsion Engineering Operations Lead will plan, coordinate, and execute complex hardware development programs for Blue Moon lander systems, ensuring that development and production hardware meets strict delivery deadlines.
National DefenseAerospaceManufacturingRenewable EnergyNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and implement program operations and engineering strategies to meet performance and production objectives
Drive strategy execution by assigning projects and tasks, tracking budgets, and coordinating with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain
Lead project execution including risk management, status tracking, reporting, and resolution of blocking issues
Coordinate hardware build demand, prioritization, and scheduling across multifunctional teams nationwide
Create data-driven insights and Key Performance Indicator (KPI) dashboards to support executive decision-making
Prepare and deliver executive-level presentations and program status reports
Qualification
Required
B.S. or B.A. in Engineering or related technical field
5+ years of professional experience in program or project management, preferably with aerospace hardware or complex technical systems
Demonstrated proficiency in MS Project or Primavera P6 scheduling software
Experience with configuration management principles and practices
Proven ability to use data analytics tools and generate meaningful KPIs
Strong written and verbal communication skills with ability to present to senior leadership
Demonstrated success building cross-functional relationships and driving results through influence
High attention to detail with strong organizational and coordination skills
Ability to troubleshoot issues quickly and maintain project momentum under pressure
Passion for Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space
Preferred
Program Management Professional (PMP) certification
Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft development, production, and operations
M.B.A. or M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
Experience with Integrated Master Plan/Schedule (IMP/IMS), critical path scheduling, and Earned Value Management (EVM)
Hands-on experience with Primavera P6, CREO, and Windchill
Working knowledge of Jira, Confluence, and Tableau
Experience managing projects across full product lifecycle (concept through operations)
Background in requirements management and risk management methodologies
Strong business acumen with experience in corporate finance or cost account management
Experience managing large, geographically distributed programs with multiple 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
Recent News
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