Quality Manager - C​/D Shift

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.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, inspectors, and engineers, we are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positivelyimpactsafe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

• Relocation provided
• Shifts available:
  • C shift Friday – Sunday
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, Specialists, to execute daily manufacturing quality operations
• Conduct regular performance reviews, setobjectives, andidentifyprofessional development opportunities for direct reports
• Foster a team culture anchored in accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement
• Champion adherence to the AS9100 Quality Management System across manufacturing operations; lead internal audit activities
• Identify, prioritize, and lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured methodologies (e.g., DMAIC, Kaizen, 8D)
• Develop and track quality metrics and KPIs; prepare variance analyses andinitiatecorrective actions to address adverse trends
• Support preparation and management of the Quality Assuranceoperatingbudget,identifying cost reduction opportunities without compromising safety
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Test teams to embed quality at every stage of 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 thatimpactmanufacturing.
• Interface with regulatory agencies (FAA, NASA) and customers asrequiredto communicate quality status and corrective actions

• 8+ years of progressive quality engineering or quality management experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments
• 3+ years of direct people management experience, with demonstratedability to develop high-performing teams
• Working knowledge of AS9100 Quality Management Systems and the 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 (8D, Fishbone, FMEA, or equivalent) and drive sustainable corrective actions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to present quality data and recommendations to senior leadership

• Experience in aerospace launch vehicle manufacturing, space systems, or human-rated flight hardware programs
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification;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

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $ - $

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