Job description

Application close date: 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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. Job Description 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. This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. You will help build AI tools that improve New Glenn’s ability to deliver on schedule, successfully fly payloads, and maintain cost discipline. Engineering, supply chain, manufacturing, and operations all rely on consistent, trusted, and timely data to make quick, accurate decisions. The size and complexity of New Glenn make this a daily change. We are looking for a candidate to take the lead on how our next generation booster can meet its aggressive cost, schedule, and performance targets. This entails developing and maintaining sophisticated tools that make real-time tracking of progress a reality. Specifically, this candidate will be responsible for managing our design-to-cost (DTC) dashboard and improving its capability. Other efforts include supporting our product upgrades roadmap, statusing cost and other metrics via executive presentations and memos, and investigating emerging bottlenecks in the design-to-production value stream. The successful candidate will work in partnership with senior New Glenn leadership and collaborate with users to prioritize needs and deploy new tools/strategies. By developing and implementing AI and data analytics solutions, you will reduce inefficiencies caused by ad hoc or fragmented data handling between disparate systems. Strong technical skills, excellent communication, and training skills are necessary for success in this role. We are looking for a self-starter who can work autonomously and take initiative in a fast-paced environment. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Responsibilities: Design and deploy AI/ML tools specifically for optimizing design-to-cost reporting and improving cost forecast model Support executive presentations and strategic memos including developing analytical models to support recommendations Maintain next generation New Glenn booster upgrades roadmap with schedule, cost, and mass status Identify and transform manual processes into automated solutions with a relentless focus on efficiency and scalability. Champion GS1 strategic memos that improve the NG business case Manage and mentor partner development team(s) providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment to achieve project goals and objectives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Responsible Engineers to identify opportunities where AI can enhance operational efficiency and innovation. Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and analysts to derive insights and drive data-driven decision making. Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Qualifications: Degree or certification in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field, or equivalent work experience. We also welcome candidates with a strong background in a technical field and a demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly. Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management, management consulting, finance or related scope Proficient with SQL, Python, and Power Query. Familiarity with VBA is a plus. Prior experience analyzing large sets of data and tracking hardware throughout all stages of a part s lifecycle is a plus. Experience with integrating AI solutions into large-scale software systems and infrastructure. Ability to work effectively under pressure and within tight deadlines. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously. Proven track record of fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture. Base Pay Range for: VA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70 WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70 Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations 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. Background Check Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical Benefits Benefits include: 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%, and an 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 benefits and bonuses based on the company s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company s results, or other factors at the company s sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here . Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance blueorigin.com . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

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Must-haves

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Design and deploy AI/ML tools specifically for optimizing design-to-cost reporting and improving cost forecast model
Support executive presentations and strategic memos including developing analytical models to support recommendations
Maintain next generation New Glenn booster upgrades roadmap with schedule, cost, and mass status
Identify and transform manual processes into automated solutions with a relentless focus on efficiency and scalability.
Champion GS1 strategic memos that improve the NG business case
Manage and mentor partner development team(s) providing technical guidance, performance feedback, and fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment to achieve project goals and objectives.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Responsible Engineers to identify opportunities where AI can enhance operational efficiency and innovation.
Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and analysts to derive insights and drive data-driven decision making.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Minimum of 3 years of experience in program management, management consulting, finance or related scope
Experience with integrating AI solutions into large-scale software systems and infrastructure.
Ability to work effectively under pressure and within tight deadlines.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Excellent communication skills, capable of conveying complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously.
Proven track record of fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture.
VA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70 WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Export Control Regulations
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.

Nice-to-haves

Proficient with SQL, Python, and Power Query. Familiarity with VBA is a plus.
Prior experience analyzing large sets of data and tracking hardware throughout all stages of a part s lifecycle is a plus.

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