Project Engineer III

Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At 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.

In this role you will drive improvement projects for LC-36 Ground Infrastructure, Integration Facility Vehicle Refurbishment, and Processing in order to achieve recurring cost, cycle time, and system reliability goals.

• Proactively identify and execute opportunities for Launch Operations improvements – measuring variances, advocating for resources, and driving to closure to realize aggressive cost and cycle‑time objectives.
• Lead and facilitate decisions and risk/opportunity review boards, driving clear outcomes, actions, and accountability for achieving rate and cost targets.
• Guide development and implementation of tracking tools, KPI's, performance metrics, and reports for improvement opportunities and realized impacts from projects.
• Collaborate with Launch Pad, Transporter Erector, Vehicle Refurbishment, and Integration, Launch Infrastructure Development partners to drive integrated system-wide upgrades and improvements.
• Lead complex projects, manage schedule integration across all LC‑36 teams and stakeholders.

• 5+ years of system development/integration experience or project management experience – preferably with aerospace hardware or complex technical systems.
• Experience in managing projects involving the design, development, and delivery of complex hardware systems.
• Demonstrated experience creating and managing schedules, budgets, and integrated project plans.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• B.S./B.A. degree in engineering or another technical field.

• Master’s degree in an engineering discipline or an MBA.
• PMP certification or formal training in project management methodologies.
• Experience managing projects in the aerospace industry, particularly with flight hardware for launch vehicles or spacecraft.
• Experience managing launch pad ground systems and CONOPS.
• Proficiency with project management software such as MS Project, Primavera P6.
• Experience with risk management and Earned Value Management (EVM).

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident (i.e., current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Required for all positions:
Blue’s Standard Background Check.

• Benefits 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 per week).
• Paid time off:
  Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and are subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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