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Blue Origin LLC Cost Estimator (R38206) in Seattle, Washington

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! We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. This role is part of Enterprise Program Management (EPM) where we provide technical standards, tools, processes, training and subject matter expertise for product engineering and manufacturing. EPM allows all Blue Origin business units to benefit from commonly used capabilities, hardware, and software and assists business units in identifying, selecting, and training engineers from both inside and outside the organization. As part of a passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for providing cost estimates for parts and assemblies in your area of expertise across all Blue Origin space programs.Reporting to the Director, Cost Estimating, your efforts will directly inform design-for-manufacture analysis, design-to-cost targets, and supplier negotiations. You will be supporting cost reduction initiatives across the company. The position will directly impact the history of space exploration by lowering the cost of access to space. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Qualifications: 5+ years of direct experience estimating one or more of the following types of aerospace components: Machined parts, Castings, Forgings, Sheet metal, Formed parts, Tubes, Composites, AM parts, Assemblies, Avionics, Harnesses, PCBA, Batteries. Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes and ability to evaluate and analyze associated costs based on part drawings. Demonstrated track record of success in providing Design for Manufacturability feedback for engineering, supporting supplier negotiations, and reviewing supplier quotes. Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion. Demonstrated ability to work cross functionally within a geographically disperse organization. Attention to detail and high quality of deliverables. 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. Desired: 10+ years of estimating components for the Aerospace or Space industry. Experience developing and utilizing complex estimating software tools and methods. aPriori experience is a plus. Experience with aerospace procurement, government compliance and quality systems. Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $115,920---$162,288 USD Inclusivity 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 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 Regulations Applicants for employment at

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