Quality Manager - Lunar

About the role

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It involves Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, Specialists, to execute daily manufacturing quality operations
• Conduct regular performance reviews, set objectives, and identify professional 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 and initiate corrective actions to address adverse trends
• Serve as the primary Quality representative during hardware acceptance reviews, launch readiness reviews, and customer audits
• Interface with regulatory agencies (FAA, NASA) and customers as required to communicate quality status and corrective actions

Requirements

• 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 demonstrated ability 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

Qualifications

• Note this position is for first shift Monday – Friday (7 AM - 4 PM).
• Oversight includes Quality Engineers, Quality Specialists and Inspectors.
• 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 demonstrated ability 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

Desired Experience

• 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

Culture Statement

Note this position is for first shift Monday – Friday (7 AM - 4 PM). Oversight includes Quality Engineers, Quality Specialists and Inspectors.

Pay

Details on pay are not provided in the job posting.

Schedule

This role is for first shift Monday – Friday (7 AM - 4 PM).