Supplier Quality Specialist III at Blue Origin

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. Were 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.As part of hardworking team of talented specialists and engineers you will develop and execute supplier quality processes for the design test and manufacture of launch vehicles spacecraft and related technologies for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the teams 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 Blue Origins Kent WA location. 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 Mentions:Relocation assistance provided for qualified candidates.Travel expected up to 50% of the time.Responsibilities:Evaluate suitability and stability of current and potential suppliers regarding quality and technical capability.Lead suppliers through resolving discrepancies including corrective and preventive actions as well as recovery plans.Drive quality improvement and nonconformance reduction activities at the supplier.Support program reviews with key suppliers to ensure understanding of long-term business objectives.Communicate supplier performance to senior management.Participate in supplier pre-ship reviews quality audits hardware acceptance and corrective actions.Qualifications: 5-8 years industry experience in a manufacturing field with at least 3 years in a supplier quality role.Must be able to travel up to 50% of the time and have a valid drivers licenseQuality assurance experience in an aerospace production environmentSelf-initiation and excellent time management skills.Proficiencies to stay closely connected to your leadership structure and operational customers while working remotelyDesired: Technical background and experience with one or more of the following aerospace commodities: avionics electronics machined parts (including bellows and flex hoses) valves and fluid controls composites assembly practices castings and forgings tooling or chemical processing.Relevant experience in transitioning a product from development through production to operationsAS9100D Lead Auditor CertificationSix Sigma Green Black Belt or comparable certificationCompensation Range for:WA applicants is $76455.00-$107035.95Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 10001 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 (CDL drivers only) 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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.Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. 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 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins 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. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.Required Experience:IC Key Skills Quality Assurance,FDA Regulations,Data Collection,Food Safety Experience,ISO 9001,Mobile Devices,Root cause Analysis,Quality Systems,OSHA,Food Processing,Quality Management,cGMP Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 76455 - 107035