Project Engineer II, GS1-9 Engine Aft Module - New ...

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 spaceflightThis 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.The Project Engineer II for the 9 Engine Aft Module serves as the technical lead for buy-part material readiness, employing engineering knowledge and project management skills to ensure hardware availability. This role maintains end-to-end planning and procurement signal flow for critical components, eliminating false demand, aligning MRP with P6 forecasts, and enabling on-time manufacturing and launch readiness. The position bridges engineering and supply chain disciplines to provide technical oversight, data-driven decision making, and systematic risk management for this mission-critical vehicle subsystem.Responsibilities:Apply technical understanding to validate MRP demand signals, resolving eBOM-mBOM mismatches and ensuring alignment with engineering requirements and build strategy.Drive technical resolution of procurement requests, ensuring details are accurate and complete while minimizing PR aging and driving timely PO deliveries.Engineer appropriate lead times and buffers by analyzing technical complexities of components and aligning PO due dates with P6 forecast need dates.Provide technical leadership within the 9 Engine Aft Module IPT, identifying critical component risks and mitigation strategiesDevelop and implement data engineering solutions using AI/Databricks tools to enhance visibility into technical material readinessCoordinate across Engineering, Planning, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing organizations to resolve technical issues affecting material flow, maintain clean and consistent data.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, engineering judgment, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is essentialQualifications:Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related technical fieldUnderstanding of engineering change management and configuration control processesWorking knowledge of MRP systems and technical procurement specificationsAbility to interpret engineering drawings and aerospace materials/processes requirementsExperience with project scheduling tools and technical timeline managementStrong analytical skills with ability to synthesize technical data into actionable insightsExceptional communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts across functional teamsProficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and technical data analysis toolsPreferred Experience:3+ years of engineering project experience in aerospace or complex manufacturing environmentsExperience managing technical aspects of procurement for complex aerospace systems or assembliesTrack record of applying engineering principles to supply chain and material readiness challengesExperience with ERP systems and technical data management platformsKnowledge of aerospace quality standards, manufacturing processes, and compliance requirementsDemonstrated skill in technical risk assessment and mitigation planningExperience applying data analytics (e.g., SQL, Databricks, BI tools) to improve engineering and procure

Created: 2026-01-27