Senior Manager - Supplier Quality

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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.

Leads and directs a portion of the Supplier Quality organization, establishing strategies and processes to ensure suppliers meet quality, reliability, and compliance requirements in support of program and production objectives. Serves as a key interface between supply chain, engineering, and operations to drive continuous improvement across the supplier base.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 50% of the time
• Shift - 1st
• Multiple positions available - One in Rocket Park and one in Huntsville

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop and implement supplier quality management strategies aligned with company goals and program requirements
• Lead a team of Supplier Quality Engineers (SQEs) responsible for supplier qualification, audits, and performance monitoring
• Establish and maintain supplier qualification and approval processes, including first article inspections (FAI) and production part approval processes (PPAP)
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action (RCCA) processes for supplier-related nonconformances
• Manage supplier scorecards and key performance indicators (KPIs) to track and improve supplier quality performance
• Partner with Procurement and Engineering to assess and mitigate supply chain risk
• Support supplier development initiatives to build long-term supplier capability and capacity
• Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001, NADCAP)
• Support new product introduction (NPI) by qualifying suppliers for new materials, components, and processes
• Represent Supplier Quality in design reviews, program reviews, and executive-level briefings

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality, or a related technical field
• 10+ years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing quality, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of people management experience
• Demonstrated experience leading supplier audits and qualification activities
• Proficiency with quality tools such as FMEA, 8D, APQP, SPC, and MSA
• Strong knowledge of AS9100 or equivalent quality management system standards
• 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 in aerospace, defense, or advanced manufacturing industries
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or Certified Manager of Quality/Organizational Excellence (CMQ/OE)
• Experience supporting hardware development from design through production
• Familiarity with government/FAR/DFARS procurement quality requirements

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 (CDL drivers only), 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 [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.