Sr. Program Planner – Blue Ring (Top Secret Clearance Preferred)

BLUE ORIGIN; Washington; On-site; USD 124,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin is hiring for a Program Controls role focused on planning and cost analytics to support government and commercial contracts. You will develop and maintain robust program plans, align cost and schedule, and drive timely updates and forecasts.

The role emphasizes leadership, data-driven decision making, and improving PMO processes, with opportunities to mentor cost analysts and influence program outcomes. A strong background in EVMS and earned value practices is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of program planning and program finance/business analytics experience for government or commercial contracts
• Working knowledge of EVMS and experience in non-earned value environments
• Proficiency with baseline establishment activities with cost/schedule integration for large data sets
• Control account management including budget baselining, reforecasting, variance analysis, monthly progress reporting and EACs

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain program plans integrated with schedules in Primavera P6
• Coordinate status updates and drive execution to plans
• Perform cost analysis and support accurate EACs and forecasts
• Mentor other program cost analysts to raise standards and drive PMO improvements

Skills

EVMS knowledge

Cost analysis

Communication

Organizational skills

Leadership in cost/schedule

Education

Undergraduate degree in business, finance, engineering, project management

MBA and/or PMP certification

Tools

Deltek Cobra

Empower

Primavera P6

Microsoft Project

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.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists and accomplished experts in Program Controls, you will execute Program Planning for various programs within the Blue National Security business unit. Partnered with Blue’s Program Managers and Integrated Product Teams (IPTs), you will be responsible for leading the development and maintenance of accurate program plans integrated with our program schedules in Primavera P6. This will require exceptional communication and organizational skills as you solicit inputs on requirements and dependencies across the organization and formulate these inputs into robust program plans and forecasts.

Establishing these program plans will involve development of Work Breakdown Structures, and the formation of control account data structures. You will drive execution to these plans by coordinating status updates and performing regular Estimate to Complete updates. Along with leading root cause variance analysis, you will use data to generate actionable metrics, key performance indictors and reporting to inform program leadership, and influence future plan updates. You will enable effective business decisions by driving accurate program cost estimates through effective cost analysis and supporting the timely delivery quality and transparent program performance data.

This position requires you to implement effective change management to account for approved scope changes, and actively manage program Estimate at Completes (EACs). This will require being exceptionally detail oriented and proactive in analyzing data and variances to help inform future performance on our projects.

You will also support the maturing of the PMO organization by analyzing program cost management procedures and introducing improvements and mentoring other program cost analysts to achieve our high standards. You will also be instrumental in driving organizational and cultural utilization of PMO cost management/forecasting artifacts through all levels of the program team.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact program execution. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in business, finance, engineering, project management or other highly analytical field
• 8+ years of program planning and program finance/business analytics experience for government or commercial customer contracts, or internally funded R&D programs
• Working knowledge of Earned Value Management Systems (EVMS) along with experience in non-earned value environments
• Proficiency with leading teams through baseline establishment activities with cost/schedule integration for large data sets, major replans, and formal Estimate at Complete updates
• Control account management including budget baselining, reforecasting, variance analysis, monthly progress reporting, managing EACs
• Experience and comfort with working in ambiguous environments and situations
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience establishing new programs
• Experience with Deltek Cobra, Empower, or other Cost/Schedule integration tools
• Hands-on experience in a Program Planning role, utilizing Primavera P6, Microsoft Project or similar software
• Proven record of hands‑on development and implementation of company‑wide process improvements
• IPMR Customer Deliverables on EVM‑required contracts
• Successful support of programs through DCMA/DCAA, joint site surveillance, or other government audits
• MBA and/or Project Management certification (PMP/Certified Project Manager)

Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $123,611.00 - $173,054.70WA applicants is $134,434.00 - $188,207.25

Other site ranges may differ

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.

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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s 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 10,001 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, 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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• 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.

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

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