Senior Quality Manager

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

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of Quality employees, your responsibilities will include the following:

• Create strategic initiatives in partnership with Operations to drive improvement in Quality, focused on continuous improvement and first-time quality
• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Quality Engineers, Specialists and Inspectors 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 
• Support preparation and management of the Quality Assurance operating budget, identifying cost reduction opportunities without compromising safety 
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineering, Design Engineering, Supply Chain, and Test teams to embed quality at every stage of the product lifecycle 
• Serve as the primary Quality representative during hardware acceptance reviews, launch readiness reviews, and customer audits 
• Support the Supplier Quality team in addressing supplier nonconformances that impact New Glenn manufacturing 
• Interface with regulatory agencies (FAA, NASA) and customers as required to communicate quality status and corrective actions 

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Oversight includes Quality Engineers, Quality Specialists and Inspectors.

Qualifications:

• 12+ years of progressive quality engineering or quality management experience in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing environments 
• 7+ 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 in aerospace launch vehicle manufacturing, space systems, or human-rated flight hardware programs 
• 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 
• Experience supporting government or commercial launch campaigns and flight readiness reviews 

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