Technical Project Manager

About the role

Application close date: 11/12/2026

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.

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will support test campaigns for manufacturing and qualifying flight avionics hardware. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of developing safe and robust avionics for the New Glenn launch vehicle.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical knowledge, collaborative mindset, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

You will support Technical Project Management activities including planning and monitoring projects/test campaigns according to strict deadlines in accordance with high-level program schedules. You will be expected to build strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders and develop an understanding of how these relationships influence project management decisions and approach.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering, Business, Operations Management, Mathematics, or related disciplines
• Prior internship or co-op experience in engineering, manufacturing, operations, or project management
• Exposure to project planning fundamentals including requirements, priorities, scope, schedule, and integration
• Familiarity with scheduling tools such as P6 Primavera, MS Project, or similar software packages
• Excellent written, communication, and presentation skills
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Self-starter with a strong bias for action and sense of ownership
• Attention to detail and high level of accuracy
• Ability to work across technical, business, and organizational functions
• Demonstrated history of initiative, follow-through, and accountability in academic or internship settings
• 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.

Desired

• Multiple internships or co-op rotations, particularly in aerospace, manufacturing, or operations environments
• Prior internship experience at Blue Origin
• Exposure to launch vehicle development, production, operations, or aerospace qualification test programs
• Exposure to verification, integration, and test of orbital launch vehicles or human-rated spacecraft
• Familiarity with avionics and electrical components such as LRUs, batteries, or data acquisition systems
• Coursework or hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, rate management, or continuous improvement
• Interest in or coursework related to project management (e.g., PMP concepts, Earned Value Management, critical path scheduling, or risk management)

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.