Planner/Scheduler - SWORD Prototype Group

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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

About the role

As part of a small, accomplished team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will develop high-level schedule for complex engineered functioning prototypes and products that impact Blue Origin technology efforts within the SWORD Prototype Group. You will anticipate and identify schedule variance, conflict, and supply chain obstacles and provide actionable feedback and solutions based on KPI’s which support a product/project centric framework.

• Special Mentions
• Relocation may be provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• 1st Shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• Interviews will include technical questions
• Location: Space Coast, FL (Titusville)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• Evaluate project requirements, including areas of uncertainty and development, and formulate team-wide priority, sequencing, and allocation while incorporating external factors
• Monitor and manage team-wide resources and provide actionable recommendations and solutions, especially for deconfliction at program level
• Maintain readiness to speak to KPIs of the group, including capacity, timing, and availability for development program/projects.
• Provide guidance and support continuous improvements to project planning framework and workflows
• Provide hands-on shop floor and ship-side support during builds; escalate constraints and drive them to resolution
• Develop and maintain relationships with suppliers, distributors, and specialty vendors; support and expedite critical buys
• Apply working knowledge of manufacturing, material, and product development in developing high-level schedule for team
• Support team members, as required, in filling emergent gaps and areas of support
• Negotiate delivery expectations with internal customers and push back constructively on schedule or design demands as required
• Continuously monitor upstream inputs and provide actionable assessments to ensure success of the project
• Evaluate feasibility of new part requests based on complexity, tolerances, material, and shop capacity; provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback directly to design engineers
• Own the schedule and prioritization of work flowing through the SWORD Group, and communicate status clearly to leadership and customers
• Support team improvement initiatives

Minimum Qualifications

• Affinity for and demonstrated success in: Planning for a fast-moving, dynamic, and evolving manufacturing environment and team
• Demonstrated success in being customer-centric and actively facilitating solutions with minimal direction
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, machine shop operations, or supply environment
• High School diploma, GED (General Educational Development), or equivalent
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers standard)
• Demonstrated experience purchasing raw materials and/or COTS hardware in a production or prototype setting, including preparing RFQs and managing supplier delivery
• Working experience with a Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook

• 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

• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, machine shop operations, or supply environment
• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related technical field
• Prior experience in aerospace, defense, or prototype/product environment
• Hands-on familiarity with Jira and Siemens planning and PLM products
• Background as estimator for aerospace products
• Experience providing DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback to design engineers
• Familiarity with Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvement principles
• Ability to operate basic shop equipment (saws, grinders, forklifts, overhead cranes) as needed

Physical Requirements, must be physically able to

• Climb stairs and work in small areas
• Support production floor activities for extended periods
• Lift and carry 40 lbs
• Culture Statement

Additional information

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.

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 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.