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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.
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. 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 the Technical Project Manager for Chemical Management & Material Systems, you will own the definition, development, integration, and deployment of technical systems supporting chemical management and floor-stock material availability. You will translate operational needs into system requirements and lead projects from concept through design coordination, implementation, testing, commissioning, and operational acceptance. Your projects will integrate physical equipment, supplier capabilities, enterprise systems, and material-control processes to deliver reliable, traceable, and scalable services across manufacturing and site operations. We are looking for a project manager to apply their technical expertise, cross-functional coordination skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
- Relocation may be provided
- Travel expected up to 20% of the time
- Shifts available:
- First Shift Monday thru Friday
- Interviews will include a technical assessment
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Define system requirements and project scope; translate operational needs into documented functional and technical requirements, system boundaries, interfaces, deliverables, and measurable acceptance criteria
- Lead technical solution development by coordinating engineering, EHS, quality, operations, procurement, suppliers, and technology teams to develop solutions for chemical storage and distribution, point-of-use inventory, vending, and automated replenishment
- Own integrated project execution, including work breakdown structures, work packages, schedules, resource requirements, and cost estimates; manage dependencies, risks, issues, and changes to deliver approved scope on time and within budget
- Integrate physical and digital systems by coordinating interfaces among storage and dispensing equipment, supplier systems, inventory transactions, material-master data, and Costpoint; define data flows, transaction requirements, and exception handling
- Build chemical-control capabilities by translating approved requirements for material compatibility, storage limits, labeling, shelf life, lot traceability, and handling into system controls, obtaining required reviews and approvals from accountable technical functions
- Direct supplier implementation, defining technical deliverables and deployment plans for GenOx and other providers, and coordinating equipment installation, service integration, readiness reviews, and resolution of technical or operational gaps
- Manage deployment and handoff, including implementation sequencing, cutover, training, documentation, and initial operating support; secure acceptance from operating owners and verify performance against project requirements
- Report technical, cost, and schedule performance, communicating milestone status, forecast changes, unresolved decisions, and recovery plans; escalate issues with clear impacts and recommended actions
Minimum Qualifications · Bachelor's degree in engineering, chemistry, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent relevant technical experience · Experience delivering technical projects involving physical systems, equipment, software interfaces, or industrial process implementation · Demonstrated ability to translate user needs into requirements and coordinate technical solutions from definition through deployment · Experience managing project scope, schedules, costs, risks, dependencies, and cross-functional deliverables · Experience developing or executing verification plans, acceptance testing, commissioning, or operational readiness reviews · Ability to interpret technical documentation, evaluate system interfaces, and resolve implementation issues with subject-matter experts
- Strong analytical, written communication, and stakeholder coordination skills]
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with chemical management, industrial storage or dispensing systems, automated inventory, vending, or supplier-managed material services
- Knowledge of chemical compatibility, safety documentation, traceability, shelf-life management, and storage controls
- Experience integrating ERP systems, supplier platforms, equipment data, and inventory transactions
- Experience implementing systems in aerospace, manufacturing, laboratory, or other technically controlled environments
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.
