Project Manager - II

Project Manager - II Develop data-driven project plans to ensure on-time manufacturing and launch readiness. Location: Seattle, Washington Compensation: $91,852 - 128,592 USD / year About The Role Project Manager II For The 9 Engine Mid Module 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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration heavy-lift launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to Earth's orbit and beyond. New Glenn is building the road to space. The Project Manager II for the 9 Engine Mid Module is responsible for ensuring hardware availability within need time for our flight and qual article. This role maintains end-to-end planning and procurement signal flow for critical components, eliminating false demand, aligning MRP with P6 forecasts, and enabling on-time manufacturing and launch readiness. The position bridges engineering and supply chain disciplines to provide data-driven decision making and systematic risk management for this mission-critical vehicle subsystem. Responsibilities: Develop and maintain metrics for quick schedule blocker identification and data-driven decision making, integrating inputs from engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing. Develop and implement data engineering solutions using AI/Databricks tools to enhance visibility into technical material readiness Validate MRP demand signals, resolving eBOM-mBOM mismatches and ensuring alignment with engineering requirements and build strategy. Ensure alignment with program-level tracking of design and schedule performance Utilize data to identify and kick off mitigation for critical program schedule risks Coordinate across Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing organizations to resolve technical issues affecting material flow, maintain clean and consistent data. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, passion for the mission, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is essential! Qualifications: Understanding of engineering change management and configuration control processes Working knowledge of MRP systems and technical procurement specifications Experience with databricks, AI, SQL, and/or other programming languages Ability to interpret engineering drawings and aerospace materials/processes requirements Experience with project scheduling tools and technical timeline management Strong analytical skills with ability to synthesize technical data into actionable insights Exceptional communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts across diverse functional teams Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical data analysis tools Preferred and Qualifications Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field 3+ years of engineering project experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing environments Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to use data to drive actions Experience managing technical aspects of procurement for complex aerospace systems or assemblies Track record of applying engineering principles to supply chain and material readiness challenges Experience with ERP systems and technical data management platforms Knowledge of aerospace quality standards, manufacturing processes, and compliance requirements Demonstrated skill in technical risk assessment and mitigation planning Experience applying data analytics (e.g., SQL, Databricks, BI tools) to improve engineering and procurement processes Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single 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 experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. 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. 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 workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that champions 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. Base Pay Range for WA applicants is $91,852.00 - $128,592.45. Other site ranges may differ. 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. Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week). Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. #J-18808-Ljbffr Front Door Defense