Lunar Operations - Production Planner/Schedulers II-Sr

Blue Origin Production Planner

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 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 and diverse teams of specialists, you will be responsible for creating, analyzing, and communicating detailed production schedules using industry-standard scheduling software. You'll collaborate with Manufacturing Leaders, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Production Control to ensure all work is efficiently plannedwith risks identified and mitigated. We're seeking individuals who bring technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

This is a pooling requisition for current and anticipated openings across multiple Lunar teams and shifts. Candidates will be matched to the right roles as needs are identified.

Position Details

Shift: A | Mon-Fri Days

Location: Space Coast, FL

Relocation: Provided

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain production schedules and manufacturing plans aligned to program demands, labor and machine resource availability, and expected make/buy lead times.
• Manage schedules for multiple programs; provide detailed schedule information to Production Control to ensure target completion dates sync with actual work center capacities and capabilities.
• Evaluate product scope and develop tactical schedules with MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Analyze and resolve schedule recovery scenarios, leveraging forward and reverse scheduling methods.
• Determine manufacturing shop floor needs and constraints; schedule work accordingly.
• Coordinate cross-functional activity with Program Management, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Purchasing, and Engineering to ensure production and customer specifications are accurate and timely.
• Monitor schedule status and provide regular updates to management.
• Update visual management boards with current job/program status.
• Perform schedule and scope variance analysis; review MRR, MRP, and MES execution.
• Solve problems of diverse scope requiring evaluation and judgment.
• Mentor and assist other planners, as appropriate.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

• Lunar Core Components/ZBO Module | Support the development and maintenance of Core Components/ZBO Module production build plans. Collaborate closely with Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing Managers, Operations' Vehicle Leaders, and the Core Components/ZBO program office.

• Lunar MK2 and Transporter Module | Support the development and maintenance of MK2 and Transporter Module production build plans. Work together with Manufacturing Engineering, Production Control, Manufacturing Managers, Operations' Vehicle Leaders, and the MK2 and Transporter program office.

• Factory Utilization Lunar Plant 1 and Lunar Plant 2 | Oversee facility/utilization scheduling for Lunar Plant 1 and Lunar Plant 2. Partner with Factory Integrators and support requests from other programs and product lines for Lunar Factory access.

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS in Production Management, Business Management, Industrial Engineering, or Supply Chain Management preferred.
• For Lunar Core/ZBO and Lunar MK2/Transporter: 1-3 years recent production control planning and scheduling experience within an aerospace manufacturing environment preferred.
• For Factory Utilization: Minimum 5 years recent production control planning and scheduling experience within aerospace manufacturing preferred.
• Experience creating and maintaining schedules using CPM methodology in MS Project or Primavera P6.
• Ability to read and understand technical documents (including blueprints and schematics).
• Able to work full time scheduleincluding occasional travel, overtime, or on-call work.
• Must wear appropriate personal protective equipment as necessary.
• May need to work in areas with possible exposure to fumes, dust, toxic or caustic chemicals (below OSHA guidelines), weather, or noise levels (may require hearing conservation program).
• Digital literacy

Preferred Qualifications

• Manufacturing Lead, supplier management, and/or program management experience highly desired.
• Excellent computer skills: Primavera P6, MS Project, MS Excel, Power Query, SQL, and MS Office; ERP experience with MRP/MES execution desired.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use continuous improvement tools and terminology: LEAN, Six Sigma principles/DFSS/Lean design/Value Stream/KPIs.
• (Factory Utilization focus) Ability to mentor and assist other planners.

Culture Statement

Don'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.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants 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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check

• Required 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

• Required 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 (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 physical

Benefits

• Benefits 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 Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. 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