Sr. Project Manager

Blue Origin•Renton, WA

About The Position

The Sr. Project Manager for the 9 Engine Forward Module supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy-lift launch vehicle. The role ensures hardware is available when needed for flight and qualification articles. It maintains end-to-end planning and procurement signal flow for critical components, eliminates false demand, aligns MRP with P6 forecasts, and supports on-time manufacturing and launch readiness. The position bridges engineering and supply chain disciplines, using data-driven decision-making and systematic risk management for a mission-critical vehicle subsystem. The role is based with the Blue Origin Luxembourg team and contributes to New Glenn development and operations. Blue Origin describes its culture as collaborative, inclusive, and centered on safety and technical excellence.

Requirements

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 and process requirements.
Experience with project scheduling tools and technical timeline management.
Strong analytical skills and ability to synthesize technical data into actionable insights.
Exceptional communication skills, including explaining technical concepts to diverse functional teams.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical data analysis tools.
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field.
7+ 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, such as SQL, Databricks, or BI tools, to improve engineering and procurement processes.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP systems and technical data management platforms.
Knowledge of aerospace quality standards, manufacturing processes, and compliance requirements.
Experience applying data analytics, such as SQL, Databricks, or BI tools, to improve engineering and procurement processes.
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.
Demonstrated skill in technical risk assessment and mitigation planning.

Responsibilities

Develop and maintain metrics to quickly identify schedule blockers and support data-driven decisions, integrating inputs from engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing.
Develop and implement data engineering solutions using AI and Databricks tools to improve visibility into technical material readiness.
Validate MRP demand signals, resolve eBOM-mBOM mismatches, and ensure alignment with engineering requirements and build strategy.
Ensure alignment with program-level tracking of design and schedule performance.
Use data to identify and initiate mitigation of critical program schedule risks.
Coordinate across Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing to resolve technical issues affecting material flow and maintain clean, consistent data.
Ensure hardware availability within required timeframes for flight and qualification articles.
Maintain end-to-end planning and procurement signal flow for critical components, eliminate false demand, and align MRP with P6 forecasts.

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 all regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year, based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses; eligibility and amounts are not guaranteed.