Program Scheduler III – Blue Ring (Top Secret Clearance Preferred)

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 112,059 - 156,882; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation Support

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options for employees

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin is hiring a Program Scheduler in Seattle, WA to develop and maintain schedules that guide ambitious projects in space exploration. You will work with industry pioneers, managing resources and driving change management in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate should possess a Bachelor’s degree and have over five years of experience in program scheduling, familiarity with tools like Primavera P6 and MS Project, as well as outstanding analytical and communication skills.

Relocation assistance and benefits such as medical insurance and stock options are also provided.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in program scheduling/planning and controls.
• Experience with integrated master schedules with resource loading.
• Experience and comfort with working in ambiguous environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Program Schedules within the Integrated Master Schedule.
• Partner with technical leadership to support resource loading.
• Support change management initiatives that keep programs agile.

Skills

Program scheduling

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Project Management, or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

MS Excel

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 spaceflight!

The 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. Reporting to the PMO Leader for our Blue National Security (BNS) Business Unit, you will be at the forefront of humanity's next great adventure. As a Program Scheduler, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of space exploration by developing and maintaining the roadmaps that guide our ambitious projects from concept to reality.

Special Mentions

• Career Growth Opportunity: Work alongside industry pioneers and visionaries
• Travel: Experience our cutting‑edge facilities with up to 10% travel
• Relocation Support: Comprehensive relocation assistance available for qualified candidates
• Impact: Your work will directly contribute to humanity's future in space
• Clearance Requirement: Active Top Secret Clearance (preferred) or ability to obtain future clearance

Responsibilities

• Pioneer Program Development: Develop and maintain Program Schedules within the Integrated Master Schedule that will guide humanity's next steps in space
• Strategic Resource Management: Partner with technical leadership across Blue to support resource loading of schedules and analyze requirements needed to achieve historic milestones
• Drive Change Management: Support initiatives that keep our programs agile and responsive, incorporating approved baseline changes into the schedule
• Lead Critical Reviews: Orchestrate reviews that capture updates from collaborators, ensure schedule health, and analyze logic for accuracy—providing program leadership with vital insights into status, risks, and mitigation strategies
• Financial Integration: Collaborate closely with Program Cost Analysts to maintain coordinated cost and schedule plans that facilitate program budgeting and cost analysis
• Innovation Leadership: Work with PP&C counterparts across business units to develop new or improved methods of building, analyzing, and reporting our schedules and schedule performance

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Project Management, or Engineering
• Experience with integrated master schedules with resource loading using Primavera (P6), Open Plan, MS Project, or other software
• Experience and comfort with working in ambiguous environments and situations
• Exceptional analytical, interpersonal, and problem‑solving skills
• 5+ years of experience in program scheduling/planning and controls
• Strong computer skills (MS Excel, MS Project)
• Outstanding communication skills in technical work environments

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace research & development and manufacturing environments
• Expert user of Primavera P6, MS Project
• Experience with EVM‑required contracts
• Experience with writing code for Redash or Databricks
• Experience with Tableau or Power BI setup
• Experience with Schedule Risk Analysis
• Successful support of programs through DCMA/DCAA, joint site surveillance, or other government audits
• Proposal support including translation of BOEs into IMS’s upon award
• MBA, or Project Management certification (PMP/Certified Project Manager)
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance

Base Pay Range

Colorado applicants: $102,721.00 – $143,809.05
Washington applicants: $112,059.00 – $156,882.60

Benefits

• 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
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours per week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four 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 additional 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 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. 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.

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 at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.