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Director - Mission Management

Blue OriginHuntsville, Washington

$160,618 - $237,473 / year

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Overview

Schedule
Full-time
Education
Engineering (PE)
Career level
Executive
Remote
On-site
Compensation
$160,618-$237,473/year
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance

Job Description

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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.
As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will lead the New Glenn Mission Management efforts to enhance operational efficiency, streamline processes, and foster a culture of continuous improvement. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of New Glenn launch vehicle development.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact our relationship with customers and enable integration and launch of their payloads. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

  • Led both internal and external technical projects from proposal through completion

  • Work closely with launch operations and launch systems groups to ensure the successful integration of payload requirements:

  • Primary point of contact for mission integration and launch contracts

  • Integration of customer requirements and development of mission Interface Control Document

  • Program leadership to ensure payload system requirement validation and implementation with the technical teams

  • Interface with external customers through the mission integration phase and ensuring excellent customer experience

  • Management of regulatory requirements such as FAA/ITAR/Range

  • Support Business Development interactions with external customers leading to mission integration and launch contracts

  • Lead spacecraft integration and launch contracts ensuring Blue Origin commitments are met on time, on budget, and with success

  • Integrate customer requirements into New Glenn development and launch services

  • Lead all payload-to-launch vehicle integration meetings and mission readiness reviews

  • Participate in proposal and contract development

  • Develop resource-loaded mission Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and coordinate progress with customer

Minimum Qualifications:

  • B.S. in Engineering field

  • 10+ years managing complex, multi-disciplinary, fast-paced, aerospace projects

  • 5+ years of industry experience in launch system or satellite operations

  • Proven experience in leading cross-functional teams and driving continuous improvement initiatives

  • Ability to travel within the U.S. and abroad

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Exceptional leadership, organizational, team building, and people management skills

  • Strategic thinker with a detail-oriented approach

  • Ability to influence and lead change within the organization

  • Experience in the development of launch vehicles

  • Experience in working with government customers

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $169,624.00 - $237,473.25 CO applicants is $160,618.00 - $224,864.85 WA applicants is $169,624.00 - $237,473.25

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

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

Background Check

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

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

  • Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

  • Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

  • 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/week)

  • Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) 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 subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

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FAQs About Director - Mission Management Jobs at Blue Origin

What is the work location for this position at Blue Origin?
This job at Blue Origin is located in Huntsville, Washington, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.
What pay range can candidates expect for this role at Blue Origin?
Candidates can expect a pay range of $160,618 and $237,473.25 per year.
What employment applies to this position at Blue Origin?
Blue Origin lists this role as a Full-time position.
What experience level is required for this role at Blue Origin?
Blue Origin is looking for a candidate with "Executive" experience level.
What education level is required for this job?
The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.
What benefits are offered by Blue Origin for this role?
Blue Origin offers following benefits: Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Disability Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Parental and Family Leave, 401k Matching/Retirement Savings, and Tuition/Education Assistance for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.
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