Sr. Program Manager – Business Administration

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

Senior Business Operations Program Manager

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

We are seeking an experienced Sr. Program Manager – Business Administration 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.  In this role, you will rely on your technical, operational, or business expertise to help Blue Operations scale manufacturing to industry-high levels.

This role owns the design, governance, and continuous improvement of the systems, processes, and reporting cadences that keep Operations leadership informed and the business running. Accountability spans the full Operations reporting stack — from weekly executive reporting to monthly goal portfolio management to the internal reporting platform that underlies it all. As a member of the SFB leadership team, you will lead large-scale enterprise programs and projects aimed at improving operational efficiency and aligning with organizational strategic goals. You will partner with Operations Vice Presidents and senior leaders 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 the Operations Rhythm of Business, 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:

• Lead the Rhythm of Business and management operating system of Blue Operations. 
• Understand and help manage the complex interplay between strategy, technology, manufacturing, finance and business 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 processes and implementing innovative solutions. 
• Act as key liaison between operational teams and Operations leadership to ensure operations objectives are met. 
• Build and maintain strong professional relationships with stakeholders, ensuring alignment on program objectives and priorities. 
• Facilitate regular updates, and reviews to communicate progress.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Intellectual curiosity is a must! 
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, business management, Operations management, or related field. 
• Advanced degree (e.g., MBA) or PMP Certification.  
• 8+ years of experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, finance, business operations. 
• Proven experience leading and managing small teams. 
• Proven success managing large-scale, enterprise-wide programs with measurable impact on operational efficiency and strategic goals. 
• Proficiency in project and program management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira Confluence). 
• Advanced skills in presentation and visualization tools.  
• Ability to understand and navigate complex business processes. 
• Skilled at gathering information, managing resources, and driving results. 
• Ability to connect operational details to broader business goals. 
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy in all aspects of program and project management. 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills capable of conveying complex risks, issues, or challenges of programs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. 
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and work both independently and collaboratively. 
• Proactive problem-solving approach with the ability to anticipate challenges and implement solution

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in high-rate, multi-product manufacturing environments. 

 

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $124,476.00 - $174,265.35

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.