Sr. Manager - Quality

BLUE ORIGIN•Seattle, WA

4d•$171,093 - $239,529

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance, and provides Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across Blue Origin facilities. As part of a team of Quality Engineers and Specialists, the Sr. Manager - Quality builds and leads a high-performing team supporting metallic and polymeric additive manufacturing operations. The role partners with Operations and cross-functional teams to improve quality, promote first-time quality, and embed quality throughout the product lifecycle. The position leads quality management practices across manufacturing operations, including adherence to the AS9100 Quality Management System, internal audits, nonconformance and corrective action processes, quality metrics, and continuous improvement initiatives. It represents Quality in hardware acceptance reviews, launch readiness reviews, customer audits, and communications with regulatory agencies and customers. Relocation is provided. The listed shift is A-Shift, Monday through Friday.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
12+ years of progressive quality engineering or quality management experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments.
7+ years of direct people management experience, with demonstrated ability to develop high-performing teams.
Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management Systems and ability to lead internal and external audits.
Demonstrated experience managing nonconformance processes, corrective action systems, and First Article Inspections (AS9102).
Proven ability to lead root cause analysis investigations using 8D, Fishbone, FMEA, or equivalent methods and drive sustainable corrective actions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including ability to present quality data and recommendations to senior leadership.
Must 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 asylum.

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience in additive manufacturing.
Practical experience with Laser Powder Bed Fusion (LPBF) technology and NASA standard NASA-STD-6030.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification and demonstrated application in a manufacturing environment.
Familiarity with AS9145 (APQP/PPAP) methodology and its application in new product development-to-production transitions.
Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and quality performance measurement analysis.
Relevant experience in a start-up or growth-stage environment, transitioning products from development through production to operations.
Exposure to NASA standards (NASA-STD-8739 series, NPR 8735) or FAA quality requirements.

Responsibilities

Create strategic initiatives in partnership with Operations to improve Quality, with a focus on continuous improvement and first-time quality.
Lead, mentor, develop, and manage Quality Engineers and Specialists supporting metallic and polymeric additive manufacturing operations.
Conduct performance reviews, set objectives, and identify professional development opportunities for direct reports.
Foster a team culture centered on accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement.
Champion adherence to the AS9100 Quality Management System across manufacturing operations and lead internal audit activities.
Identify, prioritize, and lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured methodologies such as DMAIC, Kaizen, and 8D.
Develop and track quality metrics and KPIs, prepare variance analyses, and initiate corrective actions to address adverse trends.
Support preparation and management of the Quality Assurance operating budget and identify cost-reduction opportunities without compromising safety.
Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Test teams to embed quality throughout the product lifecycle.
Serve as the primary Quality representative during hardware acceptance reviews, launch readiness reviews, and customer audits.
Support the Supplier Quality team in addressing supplier nonconformances that affect New Glenn manufacturing.
Interface with regulatory agencies, including the FAA and NASA, and customers as needed to communicate quality status and corrective actions.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
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
Relocation provided
Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on company intent and other factors; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and may change or be canceled.