Supplier Development Engineer II

Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. As a Supplier Development Engineer, you will build and execute technical programs that transform the supply base from reactive to ready, leading qualification activities across Blue Origin’s four‑gate pathway and driving measurable improvements in quality, delivery, and technical maturity. This field‑forward role involves regular on‑site work with suppliers and has a direct impact on the history of space exploration.

Responsibilities

• Lead supplier qualification activities through Blue Origin’s four‑gate pathway (Capability Survey, On‑Site Audit, First Article Inspection, Rate Readiness), initiating qualifications proactively ahead of program demand.
• Conduct on‑site supplier audits to evaluate manufacturing process maturity, quality systems, capacity, and readiness to meet performance requirements.
• Own and maintain complete qualification files for assigned suppliers and commodities, from initial assessment through first article approval and into production.
• Drive supplier development programs with Strategic and Preferred tier suppliers, including design‑to‑manufacture workshops and capacity investment planning.
• Partner with Supplier Quality to assess supplier QMS capability and establish a clear quality baseline before suppliers enter the approved supply base.
• Maintain the enterprise qualification library to enable cross‑program reuse of qualification data, reducing redundant efforts.
• Support international supply‑base development by applying consistent qualification and development standards to global suppliers.
• Contribute to Blue Origin’s annual and quarterly supplier conference programs to align on performance expectations, development roadmaps, and strategic partnerships.
• Build and maintain qualification and capability data in systems of record to support supply‑base visibility, sourcing decisions, and future‑state automation.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in Engineering or a related field.
• 2+ years of experience in supplier development, manufacturing engineering, or a related cross‑functional role with direct supplier‑facing accountability.
• Experience planning and executing supplier audits or manufacturing readiness assessments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and how process maturity affects quality, delivery, and cost outcomes.
• Experience working across Engineering, Procurement, Supplier Quality, and Program teams.
• Ability to travel regularly to supplier facilities.
• Excellent communication skills – ability to set clear expectations with suppliers, drive accountability, and translate technical performance requirements across organizational boundaries.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace, space systems, defense, advanced manufacturing, or another high‑complexity regulated industry.
• Experience with First Article Inspection (FAI) per AS9102 or equivalent standard.
• Familiarity with AS9100 or AS9120 quality management system requirements.
• Experience designing or executing supplier development programs, including DtM workshops, capacity planning, and yield improvement initiatives.
• Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, value stream mapping, or similar process improvement training or experience.
• Experience with supplier tiering models, quarterly business reviews, or executive business reviews.
• Familiarity with rate readiness assessments, production readiness reviews, or supplier ramp planning.
• Experience supporting international supply‑base development or global supplier engagement.

Pay

Base Pay Range for Washington applicants: $91,852.00 – $128,592.45 (other site ranges may differ).

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave.
• Short and long‑term disability.
• 401(k) with company match up to 5%.
• Education Support Program.
• Stock options for regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year based on scheduled hours, plus up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Additional benefits and bonuses may be offered based on role type, job level, and company discretion.

Culture Statement

If you don’t meet every desired requirement, we still encourage you to apply. Blue Origin is dedicated to building an authentic workplace and values diverse experiences that can contribute to our mission.