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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!\nThis 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.Planner/Scheduler - SWORD Prototype Group\nAs 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.\nSpecial Mentions\nRelocation may be provided\n\nTravel expected up to 10% of the time\n\n1st Shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM\n\nInterviews will include technical questions\n\nLocation: Space Coast, FL (Titusville)\n\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:\nEvaluate project requirements, including areas of uncertainty and development, and formulate team-wide priority, sequencing, and allocation while incorporating external factors\n\nMonitor and manage team-wide resources and provide actionable recommendations and solutions, especially for deconfliction at program level\n\nMaintain readiness to speak to KPIs of the group, including capacity, timing, and availability for development program/projects.\n\nProvide guidance and support continuous improvements to project planning framework and workflows\n\nProvide hands-on shop floor and ship-side support during builds; escalate constraints and drive them to resolution\n\nDevelop and maintain relationships with suppliers, distributors, and specialty vendors; support and expedite critical buys\n\nApply working knowledge of manufacturing, material, and product development in developing high-level schedule for team\n\nSupport team members, as required, in filling emergent gaps and areas of support\n\nNegotiate delivery expectations with internal customers and push back constructively on schedule or design demands as required\n\nContinuously monitor upstream inputs and provide actionable assessments to ensure success of the project\n\nEvaluate feasibility of new part requests based on complexity, tolerances, material, and shop capacity; provide Design for Manufacturability (DFM) feedback directly to design engineers\n\nOwn the schedule and prioritization of work flowing through the SWORD Group, and communicate status clearly to leadership and customers\n\nSupport team improvement initiatives\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nAffinity for and demonstrated success in: Planning for a fast-moving, dynamic, and evolving manufacturing environment and team\n\nDemonstrated success in being customer-centric and actively facilitating solutions with minimal direction\n\n5+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, machine shop operations, or supply environment\n\nHigh School diploma, GED (General Educational Development), or equivalent\n\nAbility to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T per ASME Y14.5 (American Society of Mechanical Engineers standard)\n\nDemonstrated experience purchasing raw materials and/or COTS hardware in a production or prototype setting, including preparing RFQs and managing supplier delivery\n\nWorking experience with a Materials Requirement Planning (MRP) or Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system (Costpoint, SAP, Oracle, or equivalent)\n\nStrong written and verbal communication skills and proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook\n\n- 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\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n8+ years of experience in manufacturing planning, machine shop operations, or supply environment\n\nAssociate or Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Business Administration, or a related technical field\n\nPrior experience in aerospace, defense, or prototype/product environment\n\nHands-on familiarity with Jira and Siemens planning and PLM products\n\nBackground as estimator for aerospace products\n\nExperience providing DFM (Design for Manufacturability) feedback to design engineers\n\nFamiliarity with Lean and Six Sigma continuous improvement principles\n\nAbility to operate basic shop equipment (saws, grinders, forklifts, overhead cranes) as needed\n\nPhysical Requirements, must be physically able to:\nClimb stairs and work in small areas\n\nSupport production floor activities for extended periods\n\nLift and carry 40 lbs\n\nCulture Statement\nDon’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.\nExport Control Regulations\nApplicants 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.\nBackground Check\nRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check\nRequired 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\nRequired 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.\nRequired 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\nBenefits\nBenefits 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.\nStock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)\nPaid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.\nDependent 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. \nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBlue 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.\nAffirmative Action and Disability Accommodation\nApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. 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