Quality Engineering Manager, Space Systems

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 196,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Benefits include medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking an experienced Quality Leader to drive manufacturing quality operations across multiple programs. You will coach a team of Quality Engineers and Specialists, conduct performance reviews, and ensure adherence to AS9100 while guiding internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will partner with Manufacturing, Design, and Supply Chain to embed quality at every stage of the product lifecycle and communicate findings during customer audits and

Qualifications

• Minimum 8+ years in aerospace/defense/advanced manufacturing quality
• Minimum 3+ years direct people management
• Experience with AS9100 Quality Management System and audits
• Experience with nonconformance, corrective actions, and AS9102 First Article Inspections
• Proven root cause analysis and sustained corrective actions
• Strong written and verbal communication to senior leadership

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and mentor a team of Quality Engineers and Specialists
• Conduct performance reviews and identify development opportunities
• Champion adherence to AS9100 across manufacturing operations and lead audits
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives (DMAIC, Kaizen, 8D)
• Develop and track quality metrics and KPIs; manage budget and cost reductions
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Design, Supply Chain, and Test teams to embed quality
• Represent Quality during hardware reviews and customer audits
• Interface with regulatory agencies (FAA, NASA) as required

Skills

Quality leadership

AS9100 knowledge

Audits

Root cause analysis

Data-driven decisions

Communication

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt

Job description

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking an experienced Quality Leader to drive manufacturing quality operations across multiple programs. You will coach a team of Quality Engineers and Specialists, conduct performance reviews, and ensure adherence to AS9100 while guiding internal audits and continuous improvement initiatives.

You will partner with Manufacturing, Design, and Supply Chain to embed quality at every stage of the product lifecycle and communicate findings during customer audits and