Supplier Quality Specialist - GIDEP & NOE Focal

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!  Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance:
This role is part of the Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance team.
This team is focused on monitoring and assessing processes that guide Blue Origin's design, manufacturing, and operations, ensuring system safety engineering, environmental health, and safety, product integrity, and continuous improvement processes.As part of hardworking team of diverse specialists and engineers, you will develop and execute processes for the design, test and manufacture of launch vehicles, spacecraft, and related technologies for various spaceflight systems.
You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of Supplier Quality Management processes.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight from one of the Blue Origin manufacturing site locations.
Passion for our mission and vision is absolutely required.
If you have direct experience with Supplier Quality organizations, either as a customer or supplier, and a thorough understanding of supply base quality related topics, let us know!Special MentionsRelocation providedTravel expected up to 50% of the timeResponsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform and maintain Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP) impact reviews and Notification of Escapes (NOEs) from supply base.Communicate the results of the GIDEP and NOE reviews with leadership, including program stakeholders and suppliers.Controlling the process for tracing and containing materials affected by the notifications.Record keeping for all activities accomplished around containing any affected products.Participate in supplier pre-ship reviews, quality audits, hardware acceptance and corrective actions.Minimum Qualifications5+ years industry experience in a manufacturing field with at least 2 years direct experience with GIDEP.Travel expected up to 50% of the time and have a valid driver's license.Quality assurance experience in an aerospace production environment, including relevant experience in AS9100 requirements and auditing techniques.Strong communication skills with various organizations.Self-initiation and excellent time management skills.Proficiencies to stay closely connected to your leadership structure and operational customers.Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.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 QualificationsBackground and experience with Government-Industry Data Exchange Program (GIDEP).Relevant experience in driving Root Cause Corrective Action (RCCA) activities related to Notification of Escapes (NOEs).Relevant experience in transitioning a product from development through production operations.Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $93,240-$130,536Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon'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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 RegulationsApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S.
permanent resident (i.e.
current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S.
as a refugee or granted asylum.BenefitsBenefits 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.Paid Time Off:
Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Discretionary bonus:
Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.
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, gender, 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.
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Seattle, WA; Huntsville, AL; Space Coast, FLType:
Full time