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Senior Technical Program Manager (Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Informati


Company : Blue Origin LLC


Location : Seattle, WA


Created : 2026-04-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Application close date: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 spaceflightThe role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.As part of a hardworking team of program managers, you will be accountable for programmatic operations of highly complex projects within the Blue Ring portfolio.Working with the engineering team representing the Program Management Office (PMO), you will coordinate across the program to build a detailed understanding and tracking of technical aspects, budget, schedule, and risk. You will be responsible for development of recovery plans as required to fulfill project requirements and constraints. This position directly drives the ability to deliver program objectives, requiring a strong attention to detail and commitment with a blend of technical, business, and organizational acumen. The position falls within the PMO team assigned to report directly to the Director of Program Management.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is requiredSpecial Mentions:Relocation Assistance providedTop Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information required to startResponsibilities:Primary point of contact for execution and management of program deliverables, performance to plan, and completion of customer statement of workManage contractual data requirements lists and deliveries; support mission unique scope definition and programmatic (scope, schedule, financial) baselining/budget management; responsible for customer relationship building and management (from pre-solicitation through launch/delivery/ops), program staffing requests and teamscope management, spend planning, risk management, cash flowPrioritize weekly and monthly tasking across multiple organizations and functions within the project; maintain cognizance of all project activitiesLead financial performance of accounts held at the program level; oversee financial performance of accounts held by subsystem leadsImplement business rhythm: organize, prepare for, and conduct staff meetings, operating reviews, monthly corporate reporting, and quarterly and annual planning cycles; generate and track action itemsLead the Program Planning & Control, Finance, Procurement, Cost Engineering teams to establish program baselines, detailed planning, execution status, and recovery plans to variancePartner with supporting functional organizations (e.g., Finance, Legal, Supply Chain, Enterprise Technology) to assure continuous interfaces, smooth operations, and reconciliation of process standards, action items, and emergent issues across the projectRepresent the Business Unit/Product Line interests on proposal efforts in terms of scope, price vs cost, and resource allocation - single threaded leader responsible for program sign off (certifying) of proposal contentMinimum Qualifications:Active Top Secret (TS) clearance requiredBachelor's degree in business, management, or engineering or equivalent in years of experience8+ years of experience in program management and/or program planning in the aerospace industryExperience working on Aerospace Development Programs and/or Space SystemsStrong understanding DFARs based contractsExperience in structured env