Program Planning & Controls - Program Planner III

Overview At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We are developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle, with a fully reusable first stage designed for human spaceflight. You will join a team of specialists in Program Planning & Controls (PP&C) to develop and maintain program plans for spaceflight systems, collaborating with Blue's Program Managers and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs). We are seeking a proactive, service-oriented individual with excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. Responsibilities Lead and oversee the creation and maintenance of the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and the integration of subordinate schedules to develop a comprehensive data set. Coordinate with technical leadership across Blue to drive resource loading of program plans and analyze and optimize the schedule to achieve required milestones. Perform baseline change control to track performance and conduct critical path and variance analysis for dynamic programs. Lead regular status reviews of the schedule, gather inputs from multiple stakeholders and data sources, and communicate progress inputs, forecast updates, and schedule metrics to program leadership. Conduct "what-if" scenario planning and schedule risk assessments, communicating issues and providing mitigation recommendations to program leadership. Support maturing PP&C by analyzing scheduling procedures, introducing improvements and revised procedures, mentoring and developing other program planners, and driving adoption of scheduling artifacts across the program team. Partner with Program Cost Analysts to maintain integrated cost and schedule plans that facilitate budgeting and cost analysis. Assist in delivering timely, high-quality, transparent program performance data and schedules to support business decisions. Qualifications Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, or Engineering 5+ years of experience in program scheduling/planning and controls Experience with integrated master schedules with resource loading using Primavera (P6), MS Project, or similar tools Experience working in ambiguous environments and situations Experience establishing new programs and performing complete overhauls or replans of existing programs Attention to detail and high level of accuracy Robust understanding of scheduling best practices and experience implementing and adapting them across various business environments Proven ability to mentor and develop less experienced planners and program teams Strong computer skills (MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Visio, AI Language Models) Strong communication skills in technical work environments Desired Expert user of Primavera P6 and MS Project Experience establishing new program schedules Experience in aerospace research and development and manufacturing environments Experience integrating IMS with ERP Customer deliverables on EVM-required contracts Experience supporting programs through DCMA/DCAA audits or similar government reviews Proposal support including translation of estimates into IMSs on award Experience with AI Language Models and creating AI agents MBA or Project Management certification (PMP) Culture Statement We encourage applicants who may not meet every desirable qualification to apply. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check Blue’s Standard Background Check required for all positions DBIDS background check if the role requires access to a military installation Certain roles may require Drivers with CDL-related checks and related regulations Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential where applicable Benefits Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance; paid parental leave; short and long-term disability; 401(k) with company match up to 5%; Education Support Program Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year plus up to 14 company-paid holidays Additional benefits or bonuses may apply based on role type and level; details provided by recruiter Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire based on qualifications, performance, and abilities and maintain a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, disability, or other protected status. We adhere to applicable laws and may consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with those laws. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants may request information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans or reasonable accommodations during the application and/or interview process by contacting EEOCompliance at Blue Origin. Do not include personal medical information in requests. #J-18808-Ljbffr Blue Origin