Operations Strategy, Finance, Business Operations Level 4

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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 corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Operations, Test Operations, Advanced Manufacturing, Global Supply Chain, and Safety, Quality, Mission Assurance. This group is responsible for all manufacturing aspects of every Blue Origin product. 

 

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager – Business Administration IV to join our Strategy, Finance and Business Operations (SFB) team within Blue Operations. You will be at the intersection of Operations, Strategy, Finance and Business Operations within Blue Origin’s largest, rapidly growing Operations group. As a “systems engineer of business”, you will rely on your technical, operational, or business expertise to help Blue Origin Operations scale manufacturing to industry-high levels. Become a critical cog in the machine that builds rocket engines, rockets, and spacecraft to build the road to Space! 

 

This role will lead large-scale enterprise programs and projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and aligning with organizational strategic goals. In this role, you will partner with Operations Vice Presidents to develop and manage initiatives that drive operations strategy; streamline business processes; optimize resource allocation; and enhance overall effectiveness across Operations.  

 

This role requires multi-disciplinary expertise in managing complex, cross-functional programs that are impactful, measurable, and tightly aligned with priorities. You will work closely with leadership and stakeholders across other organizations or departments to drive operational improvements, manage budgets, and ensure successful Operations execution. 

Special Mentions:

• Relocation Provided. 
• Location: Any of the major manufacturing sites (Seattle, WA, FL, or AL) preferred

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Understand and help manage the complex interplay between strategy, technology, manufacturing, finance and business operations. 
• Understand and help manage the rhythm of business and management operating system of Blue Operations. 
• Lead the development and management of large-scale, cross-functional enterprise programs. 
• Define program objectives, deliverables, risks, and success metrics to ensure alignment with operations strategy and company goals. 
• Identify potential risks to program success, including resource gaps, timeline delays, or budgetary constraints. 
• Identify and manage complex dependencies within the program as well as across other projects in the organization. 
• Manage the program execution, risks, timelines, and resources to ensure successful outcomes. 
• Develop contingency plans and mitigation strategies to ensure successful program outcomes. 
• Drive continuous improvement by identifying inefficiencies in current process