Senior Risk Management Lead

4 days ago


Perth, Western Australia Blue Origin Full time

At Blue Origin, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a key member of our Engines business unit, you'll play a critical role in ensuring the safe and rapid development of innovative engines and propulsion systems for space applications.

This role is part of our team responsible for the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Our focus is on building a family of engines that can power the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

As a Senior Risk Management Lead, you'll lead the implementation of risk and opportunity management in our rocket Engine Business Unit. You'll work closely with a small team of systems engineering risk managers to set high standards for risk and opportunity management, and improve our processes, tools, and training.

Responsibilities include:

  • Act as a subject matter expert on risk and opportunity management, providing guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders as needed
  • Manage risks and opportunities at the program and business unit level
  • Analyze and report on trends and patterns in risk and opportunity management data to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement
  • Periodically review or audit program-level risks to ensure compliance with standards and best practices
  • Lead the development and implementation of risk-informed decision-making processes across the organization to drive strategic program planning
  • Develop filters and dashboards using JIRA & Confluence to inform priority and decision-making
  • Evaluate and recommend new tools and technologies for risk and opportunity management to enhance efficiency and effectiveness
  • Collaborate with stakeholders across the organization to ensure high-value and alignment in risk and opportunity management approaches
  • Conduct regular risk and opportunity management training sessions for engineering and program management teams to enhance their understanding and proficiency in these areas

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or a relevant technical field
  • 10+ years of system development/integration experience, preferably in aerospace or complicated technical systems, including some aspect of new product development
  • A track record of successful risk management leadership in complex, high-profile aerospace projects, demonstrating the ability to drive strategic risk decisions and achieve favorable outcomes
  • Expertise in risk management standards, methodologies, and state-of-the-art tools
  • Strong understanding of engineering principles, particularly in the context of spaceflight applications
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations, identify potential risks and opportunities, and develop effective mitigation plans
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to lead discussions, mentor team members, and engage with stakeholders at various levels
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities and the ability to set and maintain high standards for risk and opportunity management
  • The ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, while contributing to a team-oriented and collaborative culture
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Atlassian Products (JIRA & Confluence)
  • 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 Qualifications:

  • Experience with program or project management
  • Expertise with state-of-the-art risk management tools and software
  • Experience with Tableau
  • Experience with specific risk management tools and software commonly used in the aerospace industry, such as @Risk, Primavera Risk Analysis, or similar applications
  • Experience with database queries, such as SQL
  • Familiarity with industry-specific regulatory requirements and standards for space missions, such as NASA Risk-Informed Decision Making (RIDM) guidelines or Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations for commercial spaceflight
  • Knowledge of spaceflight industry regulations, safety standards, and best practices

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. 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.


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