Senior Program Leader, National Security Contracts

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin in Washington State seeks a Sr. Business Manager for National Security Programs to oversee strategic and financial aspects of a portfolio of government contracts from proposal through closeout.

You will partner with the Sr. Director of Program Management, drive growth, ensure financial performance, and foster strong customer relationships within the national security sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in business management, program control, or a related role within the aerospace and defense industry.
• Proven experience managing the business aspects of large, complex government programs, including with DoD customers.
• Deep understanding of government contracting, including FAR/DFARS regulations.
• Demonstrated experience in financial analysis, cost management, and budgeting for complex programs.
• Experience with various contract types (e.g., FFP, CPFF, T&M).
• Active Top Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.
• Excellent financial acumen and analytical skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to travel as required.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.

Responsibilities

• Act as a delegate for the Sr. Director of Program Management in key business management functions, including strategic planning, financial oversight, and customer engagement.
• Lead the development and implementation of business strategies to achieve program and portfolio growth objectives.
• Oversee the financial performance of programs, including budgeting, forecasting, cost management, and variance analysis.
• Manage the entire lifecycle of government contracts, including DoD and other agency contracts, from proposal development and negotiation to contract closeout.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with government customers and industry partners.
• Ensure compliance with all government contracting regulations and company policies.
• Provide leadership and mentorship to a team of program and business professionals.
• Identify and mitigate business risks and opportunities across the program portfolio.
• Support the Sr. Director in the development and presentation of executive-level briefings and reports.

Skills

Leadership

Financial analysis

Budgeting

Cost management

Government contracting

DoD experience

Security clearance

Travel

US citizen

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Finance

Master's degree (MBA)

Job description

Blue Origin in Washington State seeks a Sr. Business Manager for National Security Programs to oversee strategic and financial aspects of a portfolio of government contracts from proposal through closeout.

You will partner with the Sr. Director of Program Management, drive growth, ensure financial performance, and foster strong customer relationships within the national security sector.