Quality Manager

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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!

As part of a hardworking team of technicians and engineers, you will be responsible for leading a team of GD&T and precision measurement experts and quality engineers. You will also be implementing and maintaining quality standards across all assigned, leading inspection teams, and ensuring compliance with relevant industry regulations and standards.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• No Travel expected
• Shifts available:
  • M-F, 1st shift (6:30 am - 4 pm)
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead a team of precision measurement experts supporting site activities
• Interface with site, operations and program peers to provide support, negotiate priorities and determine appropriate methods to accomplish requested tasks
• Integrate supplied services across all Florida locations
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality management systems and inspec
• Establish quality metrics and KPIs to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Investigate quality issues, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence
• Collaborate with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to resolve quality concerns
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulations, and customer requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• College Degree, STEM preferred
• Minimum 5-7 years of progressive experience in quality management roles
• 3+ years of experience in a supervisory or management capacity
• Demonstrated knowledge of quality management systems (ISO 9001, AS9100, etc.)
• Proficiency with statistical process control (SPC) methods and quality tools
• Experience with quality documentation, non-conformance management, and corrective action processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct experience working with or leading teams using advanced precision measurement equipment techniques and equipment, including Laser Tracker, Laser Radar, HandyScan, CMM, Faro, Photogrammetry, etc.)
• Professional certifications (ASQ CQE, CQA, CMQ/OE, Six Sigma Black Belt)
• Experience implementing or managing Lean manufacturing initiatives
• Knowledge of industry-specific quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Experience with quality management software systems and data analytics tools

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.

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Background Check

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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.

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