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Blue Origin LLC Systems Engineer III - Risk Management - Engines in Seattle, Washington
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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security and human spaceflight. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Lead the identification, assessment, and prioritization of risks for one or more rocket engine programs, ensuring a clear understanding of their potential impact on system-level performance and program development objectives. Collaborate with integrated project teams (IPTs) to foster a deep understanding of how interconnected risks may influence one another and impact the system and program success. Coach teams in characterizing program risks and developing mitigation plans, monitoring their effectiveness and adjusting strategies as necessary to maintain project timelines and mission success. Facilitate risk-informed decision-making processes by presenting clear and concise risk analyses to stakeholders, promoting transparency and understanding of accepted risks. Serve as a focal of program knowledge and strategy, integrating development efforts to ensure that individual component team setbacks do not undermine overall project success. Lead risk review boards at integrated product team and program levels Encourage a culture of continuous improvement and risk-awareness across the organization, mentoring team members on best practices in risk management. Collaborate with risk managers and key stakeholders to improve processes, tools, and training Improve metrics and reporting systems to provide valuable insights into risk posture Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant technical field 7+ years of experience in aerospace engineering or complex electromechanical and thermal/fluids systems development Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop effective mitigation plan Experience risk management, demonstrating the ability to assess uncertainty, drive strategic risk decisions and achieve favorable outcomes Experience managing risk within a structured risk management system Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead discussions, mentor team members, and engage with stakeholders at various levels The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, while contributing to a team-oriented and collaborative culture Ability to earn trust, maintain positive relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion Must be a US citizen or national, US permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the US as a refugee or granted asylum Preferred Qualifications: Liquid Rocket Engine development experience and understanding of rocket engine cycles Experience with program or project management Familiarity with formal risk management best practices, such as NASA Risk-Informed Decision Making (RIDM) or similar. Familiarity with system safety or reliability analyses, such as Functional Hazard Analysis, Failure, Mode, and Effects Analysis Experience leading Root Cause Analysis and developing Corrective Actions Experience with database queries, such as SQL Experience with Confluence & JIRA Experience with Tableau Compensation Range for: CA applicants is $120,060.00-$168,084.00;WA applicants is $120,060.00-$168,084.00 Other site ranges may differ Appl