SYSTEMS ENGINEER III - RISK MANAGEMENT, ROCKET ENGINES

Company: BLUE ORIGIN
Location: Los Angeles
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
Read the overview of this opportunity to understand what skills, including and relevant soft skills and software package proficiencies, are required.
This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security and human spaceflight.As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, you will apply technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead risk and opportunity management for one or more rocket engine programs
• Identify relationships between risks to ensure effective risk mitigation
• Coach teams in characterizing program risks and developing mitigation plans
• Support the development and documentation of mitigation plans
• Monitor progress of mitigation plans throughout the program lifecycle
• Lead risk review boards at integrated product team and program levels
• Facilitate discussions and seek to understand the purpose behind identified risks
• Collaborate with risk managers and key stakeholders to improve processes, tools, and training
• Improve metrics and reporting systems to provide valuable insights into risk posture
• Contribute to the development and sustainment of a strong risk management cultureMinimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant technical field
  • Minimum of 5 years of system development/integration experience, preferably in aerospace or complicated technical systems, including some aspect of new product development
  • Familiarity with structured risk management plans and risk monitoring
  • Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to interact with stakeholders at all levels, including external customers
  • Excellent technical writing and presentation skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
  • Must be a US citizen or national, US permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the US as a refugee or granted asylumPreferred Qualifications:
    • Minimum of 2+ years of direct Risk Management experience
    • Experience with Confluence & JIRA
    • Experience with TableauDon't meet every single requirement? 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 a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $115,200-$168,960.Compensation range for on site CA applicants is $115,200-$168,960.Other site ranges may differ.Inclusivity StatementDon'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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 RegulationsApplicants 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.BenefitsBenefits 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.Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue 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 workforce. 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, 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 EEO Is the Law, please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants 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.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice.
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