Program Manager, Operations

## Program Manager, Operations Apply locations:
Greater Seattle Areatime type:
Full time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
R67052

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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.

The Operations Program Manager II for Tera Wave will support the operational execution and program management activities that keep one of the most ambitious satellite manufacturing programs in history running at pace and on schedule.

Reporting to the Director of Operations Program Management, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to support build execution, BOM and material management, schedule tracking, and operational performance across subassembly operations - from new product introduction through volume production.### ## What You'll Do##
** Support Operations Program Execution
*** Support day-to-day program execution across assigned subassembly operations, tracking build quantities, schedule progress, and open action items
* Maintain accurate and up-to-date program status documentation, ensuring stakeholders have clear visibility into operational health
* Assist in the development and maintenance of production program schedules, flagging risks and schedule conflicts to senior program managers in a timely manner
* Coordinate across engineering, operations, and supply chain teams to support build readiness and resolve day-to-day execution blockers
* Support the preparation of program status reports, operational metrics, and leadership briefings
* Participate in and support governance meetings, structured reviews, and escalation processes by tracking actions and following up on open items
** Support Subassembly Operations Performance
*** Assist in managing build quantity planning, BOM tracking, and build material management across assigned subassembly operations
* Monitor material availability and flag shortages, long-lead component risks, or supply gaps to senior program managers and supply chain teams
* Support proactive supplier engagement activities to help protect pipeline continuity and avoid schedule impacts
* Track cost targets across assigned subassembly operations and assist in identifying opportunities for cost reduction as production matures
* Ensure subassembly operations documentation is accurate, current, and aligned with program requirements and configuration baselines
* Coordinate with material managers and operations teams to ensure parts availability supports build schedules
** Support Production Scheduling
*** Assist the Operations Scheduling team in maintaining and updating the master production schedule to reflect current operational realities
* Monitor schedule adherence and flag deviations or risks to senior team members with clear supporting data
* Support the preparation of schedule review materials and follow up on actions from scheduling reviews with cross-functional partners
* Help identify scheduling conflicts and assist in developing resolution options for review by senior program managers
** Drive Continuous Improvement
*** Identify and escalate operational gaps, inefficiencies, and process improvement opportunities to senior program managers
* Support the implementation of process improvements and operational frameworks across assigned program areas
* Assist in root cause analysis activities for production issues, contributing to containment actions and corrective action tracking
* Maintain accurate operational data and metrics to support continuous improvement initiatives and leadership reporting### ## What You Bring##
** Minimum Qualifications
*** 3+ years of experience in…