Vice President , Quality

Brevard County, FL - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 267750 - 362250

Posted on: 6 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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. Were 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 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 Origins 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 Origins 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 Origins 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:

Bachelors 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 $267750.00 - $362250.00

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys 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 Origins Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us at. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

Required Experience:

Exec

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. Were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture ...

Application close date:

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

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:Define and implement quality strategy aligned with Blue Origins 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 Origins 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:

Bachelors 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 $267750.00 - $362250.00

Culture Statement

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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys 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

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

Required Experience:

Exec

Key Skills

Change Management
Financial Services
Growing Experience
Managed Care
Management Experience
Analysis Skills
Senior Leadership
Performance Management
Process Management
Leadership Experience
negotiation
Analytics

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Blue Origin

Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

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