Project Manager III

Blue Origin Project Management RoleAt 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 is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.This role will work across program management, engineering, facilities, supply chain, finance, and quality — keeping deliverables on track and the right people connected. You will report status, risks, variances, and recovery plans to leadership, and coordinate priorities with teams across the country. Bias for action, strong communication, and the ability to operate with minimal direction are required.This is a greenfield assignment. You will stand up project management structure where little exists today, building the baseline schedule, cadence, and metrics from a blank sheet. Where an established program hands you a plan to protect, this role asks you to create one. Comfort with ambiguity is essential.Special MentionsRelocation assistance is provided for this position.This role may require travel up to 20% of the time to coordinate priorities and execution with teams across multiple Blue Origin sites.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Build the BaselineEstablish the initial project plan, including work breakdown, schedule structure, milestones, and success criteria, from a blank sheetPartner with Engineering to turn early concepts into clear, executable scopeDevelop initial estimates, cost basis, and staffing plans to support funding decisionsDefine phase and gate review criteria, and lock requirements and configuration baselines once stableFold facility, infrastructure, and site readiness needs into the plan, including long lead items that drive critical pathStand up the tools and reporting structure for project tracking where none existsPlan and ExecuteOwn scope, schedule, budget, and technical performance from concept through deliveryMaintain integrated plans and critical path across subsystem and program milestonesTrack drawing package release and maturity in NX and Teamcenter against schedule need datesRun the recurring cadence of stand-ups, program reviews, and gate reviewsCoordinate priorities and execution with teams across multiple sitesTrack progress, manage variances, and drive recovery plans to closureLead Across FunctionsCoordinate teams spanning mechanical, electrical, software, and testPartner with Facility Project Managers to align facility scope, utilities, and activation schedules with program milestonesBring stakeholders onboard and clarify roles, decision rights, and escalation paths for new scopeNegotiate resourcing and priority against established, funded workLead design reviews and technical interchanges, and support supplier coordination and escalationManage Risk and InterfacesTrack interfaces between subsystems, escalating conflicts and driving decisionsSupport design, development, and qualification test campaignsLead risk and opportunity identification and mitigation, with emphasis on safety, performance, and reliabilitySupport change and configuration control, working with compliance and quality to meet applicable standardsReport and ImproveBuild metrics and insights that enable clear leadership decisionsApply AI-based tools to streamline planning, analysis, reporting, and executionProduce recurring status reporting for program and Senior Leadership audiencesDefine and improve project management process and governance as the organization maturesMinimum Qualifications4+ years of project management experience on aerospace or other complex technical programsTechnical foundation demonstrated through a degree in engineering or a related field, an associate degree or technical certificate, military technical training, skilled trade or apprenticeship experience, or equivalent hands-on experience with complex engineered systems. Relevant work experience is counted in place of formal education.Demonstrated experience standing up a new program or capability from concept rather than executing an inherited plan, including the ability to set and drive long-range objectives independently without established precedentAbility to build schedules and estimates from first principles with limited historical data and adapt as scope evolves, with proficiency in MS Project or equivalent scheduling toolsFamiliarity with mission-critical systems and how subsystems come together at the assembly level, including development and qualification lifecycles and configuration managementKnowledge of AI-based systems and proven ability to apply them in your work, along with comfort working with data and building metricsStrong written and verbal communication and presentation skills, paired with attention to detail, organizational skills, and a knack for troubleshootingAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of safetyMust be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylumPreferred QualificationsExperience with NX and Teamcenter, Primavera (P6), Jira, Confluence, Tableau, or Agile/ScrumExperience across multiple phases of the product life cycle on complex aerospace programs, including early-phase work such as concept studies, trade studies, and technology maturation, as well as qualification or acceptance testingExperience with critical path scheduling, integrated master schedules, risk management, and cost account management such as earned valueExperience developing a cost basis or proposal for new scope, supported by finance experience or strong business acumenExperience coordinating with facilities, construction, or capital project teams on activation and site readinessExperience defining or improving project management process and governanceExperience building or deploying AI-enabled workflows or analytics tools, including SQL or other coding abilityExperience supporting large, geographically dispersed programsFamiliarity with systems engineering and requirements management practicesProgram Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent credentialCulture StatementDon't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Export Control RegulationsApplicants 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.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blue's Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physicalBenefitsBenefits 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