Vice President , Quality
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
AS 9100, Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Aviation Industry, Business Skills, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Continuous Integration, Corrective Action, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Detail Oriented, Disability Accommodations, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Heavy Equipment/Vehicles, ISO 9000, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lean Six Sigma, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Operations, Material Moving, Matrix Management, Medical Records, Military, Onboarding, Organizational Development/Management, Performance Management, Performance Metrics, Problem Solving Skills, Production Systems, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality Metrics, Receiving Inspection, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Road Tests, Safety/Work Safety, Servant leadership, Six Sigma Certification, State Laws and Regulations, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Talent Management, Team Lead/Manager, Test Plan/Schedule, Testability, Testing, Time Management, United States Citizen
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
30+ days ago
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.
As the Vice President of Quality at Blue Origin, you will be a key leader reporting to the Vice President of Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. In this critical role, you will provide strategic direction for the Quality Management team while developing and implementing commercial quality processes across all business units. You will drive Blue Origin's quality vision, fostering a culture that emphasizes accountability, structure, and attention to detail at all levels. This position directly impacts the history of space exploration, supporting our mission of safe and reusable spaceflight through exceptional quality leadership. You will be responsible for quality oversight of launch vehicles, spacecraft, and related technologies throughout their lifecycle.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership:Define and implement quality strategy aligned with Blue Origin's long-term goals for human spaceflight and lunar operations.
Quality Culture:Establish and maintain a culture of quality excellence that permeates all levels of the organization.
Quality Management System:Lead all aspects of Blue Origin's QMS, including compliance with AS9100/ISO9000, integration, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Risk Management:Identify potential quality risks and develop proactive measures to mitigate them, safeguarding product integrity.
Team Leadership:Serve as a servant leader who inspires teams, providing timely feedback while developing quality talent across the organization.
Operational Oversight:Deliver program quality commitments across operations, testing, and flight while implementing design reviews to improve manufacturability.
Continuous Improvement:Drive data-driven initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness across all quality functions.
Cross-Functional Collaboration:Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, and Operations to integrate quality management into all business aspects.
Customer Focus:Champion a customer-centric approach, collaborating with external customers on quality concerns and investigations.
Regulatory Compliance:Ensure adherence to aerospace quality standards and regulations, maintaining readiness for audits and certifications.
Performance Management:Establish quality KPIs and metrics to measure, report, and improve organizational performance.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or related technical field; advanced degree preferred
15+ years' quality experience in manufacturing, test, or operations with at least 10 years in quality leadership roles
Proven track record of leadership in quality management systems implementation and oversight
In-depth knowledge of aerospace quality standards and regulations (AS9100, ISO9000)
Experience with quality assurance in test, development, production, and maintenance environments
Strong leadership skills with demonstrated ability to build high-performing teams
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to influence at all levels
Strategic mindset focused on driving innovation and continuous improvement
Experience collaborating across matrix-led organizations
Desired Qualifications:
Aerospace, space launch, military/commercial aviation, or heavy industrial equipment manufacturing experience
Knowledge of design for inspection or testability methodologies
Experience with NDE (Non-Destructive Evaluation) and receiving inspection processes
Strong business acumen aligning quality strategies with overall business objectives
Six Sigma, Lean certification, or other quality improvement methodologies
Experience leading quality organizations during periods of rapid growth and transformation
Track record in space vehicle quality investigations and corrective actions
Compensation Range For
WA applicants is $267,750.00 - $362,250.00
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.
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 atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
California Applicant Privacy Notice
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ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of 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.
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