Technical Project Manager III - Lunar Permanence

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. This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. We are building sustainable infrastructure for the transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

Special Mentions: Relocation provided. Travel expected up to 5% of the time. Interviews will include a technical assessment.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the technical project management of the RF component development projects for Blue’s Lunar Vehicles.
• Apply expertise in project management, technical product maturation, and organization development to develop efficient and cost-effective solutions for the Lunar landers.
• Assist the RF Systems team in developing and maintaining technical, cost, and schedule baselines.
• Prepare for and support the execution of program reviews, including Lunar Permanence Senior Management.
• Help develop and maintain the Lunar vehicle meeting and review operating rhythm.
• Develop robust plans meeting deliverables and manage the key operating metrics - including technical, cost, schedule, and risk.
• Assist in developing RF Systems product roadmaps, including the development and incorporation of technologies to meet program milestones and future derivatives.
• Work with internal and external customers to understand and shape stakeholders' current and future mission needs.
• Interface with external vendors and suppliers to manage RF hardware procurement, development schedules, and technical compliance.
• Provide technical leadership as you coordinate for the RF Systems Director with each of the IPTs and supporting Blue Origin business units.
• Monitor technical progress, requirements, budget, schedule, deliverables, and risks as well as review recommendations for change with Lunar RF Systems and Vehicle Directors.
• Communicate progress to the leadership team via program management reviews, finance reviews, long-term forecasting business plans, and project deep dives.
• Utilize good engineering and business judgment to ensure the most efficient and effective product is designed, manufactured, procured, tested, qualified, and delivered.
• Support Agile-based planning and execution.
• Collaborate with other RF Systems Technical Project Managers to establish operational best practices and streamline across the various IPTs.

Requirements

• Minimum BS Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace, or related Engineering field.
• 5+ years of demonstrated experience in relevant areas of engineering operations applied to spacecraft systems and environments.
• Experience with design/build/test project methodology, critical path scheduling, IMP/IMS, risk management, requirements management, and Cost Account Management such as Earned Value Management (EVM).
• Experience with MS Project, Jira, and Primavera P6.
• Strong team leadership and people management skills.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA or Masters in Radio Frequency Engineering or related Engineering or Scientific field.
• Experience with space hardware procurement and supplier management.
• Experience with flight hardware development and qualification.

Pay

• CA applicants: $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
• CO applicants: $119,814.00 - $167,738.55
• WA applicants: $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
• VA applicants: $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
• 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 a company match of up to 5%.
• 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 additional benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions and company results.

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.