Sr. Scheduler - Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin LLC; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); On-site; USD 134,000 - 188,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking a Scheduler to join the Mission Management and Integration team within the Lunar Permanence unit. You will develop Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and IPT‑level schedules, coordinating with external partners and internal teams to align requirements and dependencies.

The role requires 8+ years in program scheduling, proficiency with Primavera P6/Open Plan/MS Project, and experience building networked IMS from scratch, with strong communication and the

Qualifications

• 8+ years of program scheduling experience in a complex, technical industry.
• Broad and deep scheduling and planning capabilities from detailed task scheduling to integrated program planning.
• Proficient with Primavera P6, Open Plan or MS Project and baselining, reforecasting, variance analysis and change control.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and IPT-level schedules.
• Coordinate with external partners and internal teams to align schedule requirements and dependencies.
• Drive schedule performance via status updates, forecasts, and KPI reporting.
• Produce schedule reports and analyses to inform IPT leaders and guide updates.
• Ensure accountability for schedule performance and mitigate roadblocks.
• Support change management and maturation of scheduling processes and tools.

Skills

Primavera P6

Open Plan

MS Project

Schedule management

KPI reporting

Stakeholder communication

Mentoring teams

Education

Undergraduate degree in business/engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

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! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As a scheduler with the Mission Management and Integration team, you will play an important role in planning and schedule execution for the Lunar Permanence business unit as part of humanity’s return to the moon. Reporting to the Program Management Office, you will be responsible for supporting the creation and management of integrated schedules in Primavera P6, working across IPTs, external partners, and business units to execute and measure program objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) and detailed IPT-level schedules.
• Engage cross-functionally with external partners and business units to identify and align schedule requirements and dependencies, driving clarity and accountability across teams.
• Drive execution by coordinating status updates, collecting and integrating schedule performance data, performing regular forecast updates, and providing actionable schedule reporting.
• Generate actionable metrics, key performance indicators (KPIs), and schedule reporting artifacts to inform IPT leaders and influence future schedule updates.
• Drive assigned areas to execute and ensure accountability for schedule performance, proactively mitigating roadblocks beyond input collection and reporting.
• Implement effective change management to account for approved scope changes, actively vetting schedule forecast updates for accuracy and realism.
• Support and lead initiatives aimed at driving maturity in schedule processes, tools, and reporting across the program.

Minimum Qualifications

8+ years’ experience in program scheduling in a highly complex, technical industry Broad and deep scheduling and planning skillset, spanning from detailed task-level scheduling to integrated program-level planning Proficiency using Primavera (P6), Open Plan, MS Project, or comparable software Schedule management expertise including baselining, reforecasting, variance analysis, and schedule-change management, with a robust understanding of best practices and experience implementing them across a variety of business environments Proven ability to build, develop, and maintain a fully networked Integrated Master Schedule from scratch Skilled in developing schedule reports and analysis of KPIs as well the ability to establish priority and key schedule relationship identification, and risk management. Proven track record of taking ownership and driving schedule outcomes, beyond tracking and reporting data Experience in fast-paced, dynamic development environments with strong attention to detail and accuracy Strong communication skills in technical work environments, including executive communication Demonstrated success mentoring and developing less experienced planners and program teams, ability to lead with influence across multiple teams while earning trust, maintaining positive professional relationships, and contributing to a culture of inclusion Undergraduate degree in business, finance, engineering, project management or other highly analytical field 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

MBA or Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) Experience in the aerospace industry and/or R&D environment, with experience supporting Human Spaceflight programs highly desirable Experience working with government contracts Experience in integrating IMS with ERP systems Experience leveraging AI tools, including large language models and AI agents Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $123,611.00 - $173,054.70 WA 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 (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

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.

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About

Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.