Business Operational Excellence, Director

Blue Origin • Huntsville, AL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Director to lead the Business Operations team within the Engines, In-Space Systems, and Test Operations organization. The role sits at the intersection of Operations, Strategy, Data Analytics, Project Management, and Business Operations, supporting the company’s largest and rapidly growing Operations group. The Director will use technical, operational, and business expertise to help scale production across programs and lead enterprise-wide programs and projects that improve operational efficiency and advance organizational strategic goals.

The role partners with executive leaders to develop and manage initiatives that drive operations strategy, streamline business processes, increase manufacturing capacity, optimize resource allocation, and improve effectiveness across Operations. Working closely with Operations leadership and stakeholders across other organizations, the Director identifies and drives improvements, manages projects and budgets, and oversees execution of critical efforts. The position is based in Kent, Washington, or Huntsville, Alabama; relocation is provided.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, Operations/Supply Chain management, or a related field.
• At least 6 years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, project management, operations, or finance.
• Experience leading and managing high-performing teams.
• Ability to think critically and understand implied underlying task requirements.
• Willingness to personally accomplish key tasks as well as delegate effectively to leverage the team.
• Advanced presentation, communication, and visualization skills.
• Ability to brief senior executives effectively on short notice.
• Familiarity with manufacturing concepts such as Lean, Theory of Constraints, and Six Sigma.
• Competence with manufacturing tools and techniques such as Value Stream Mapping, Root Cause Analysis, A3 Problem Solving, Hoshin Kanri planning, and TPM.
• Competence with AI and data analysis tools such as Claude Code or similar, Tableau, and Databricks.
• Proven success managing large-scale, enterprise-wide programs with measurable impact on operational efficiency and strategic goals.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Teams, and Microsoft Project.
• Proactive problem-solving approach and ability to anticipate challenges and implement solutions.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens or nationals, U.S. permanent residents, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or PMP Certification.
• Prior experience scaling operations for manufacturing, test, or logistics.
• Experience establishing simulated and calculated capacity modeling skills in complex stand-up environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead a strategic team of specialized project managers, in-house consultants, and analysts.
• Manage the rhythm of business reviews for Engines, In-Space Systems, and Test Operations.
• Manage space utilization strategy across three sites in three different states, ensuring required processes have a home and required transitions are managed.
• Oversee large-scale capacity expansion projects to achieve schedule, budget, and performance goals.
• Manage the interplay between strategy, technology, manufacturing, finance, and business operations.
• Identify potential risks to production success, including resource gaps, timeline delays, and budget constraints.
• Identify and manage complex dependencies across multiple products, projects, and enterprise teams.
• Develop contingency plans and mitigation strategies to support successful program outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and implementing solutions.
• Serve as a liaison between external teams and New Glenn Operations leadership to ensure operations objectives are met.
• Build and maintain stakeholder relationships to align on program objectives and priorities.
• Facilitate regular updates and reviews to communicate progress.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• 401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
• Education Support Program.
• Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Depending on role type and job level, possible benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions and company results.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director