Sr. Director, Site Operations

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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! 

The Site Lead serves as the representative for our manufacturing operations in WA - responsible for ensuring facility standards, cultivating a positive site culture, and maintaining strong community relationships. This leadership role balances operational excellence with strategic community integration while representing the company's mission and values.

• Oversee site appearance, maintenance, and safety standards. Drive continuous improvement initiatives for site conditions and operational efficiency. Coordinate with facilities management to address infrastructure needs and improvements.  Drive a safety culture through participation in onboarding or other communication vehicles.

• Ensure site security protocols are followed. Partner with internal stakeholders to determine and communicate site restrictions, closure and reopening status related to launch processes, product testing, or weather-related incidents.  Ensure proper management of facility tours and dignitary visits.

• Determine site space utilization including office-space planning, production, material movement and storage requirements.

• In partnership with engagement teams, Business Resource Groups or other planning teams, take ownership of site-wide engagement initiatives to foster an inclusive, high-performance culture 

• Maintain regular communications channels (distribution lists, wiki pages) to inform and engage the population.

• In partnership with the sales and marketing team, serve as a primary site representative with local government officials and community organizations.  Represent Blue Origin at local events, industry events or participate in local government forums.  Collaborate on public relations matters specific to the manufacturing site.

• Coordinate preparation and communication of monthly site operational results to the product line and business leaders.  Participate in operational reviews including safety meetings, internal and external audits.

• Champion company values and ensure alignment between corporate vision and site execution.

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing environments 

• Experience developing an annual operating plan and managing budgets for items such as capital equipment expenses and employee engagement initiatives

• Demonstrated excellence in stakeholder management and community relations 

• Strong employee relations, people leadership, communication and public speaking skills .

• Experience managing cross-functional teams and complex initiatives with demonstrated ability to influence executive decisions.

• Track record of successful employee engagement programs 

• Ability to balance strategic vision with practical execution 

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with collaborative stakeholders 

• Collaborative leadership style that inspires trust and commitment 

• Proactive problem-solving approach with strong decision-making capabilities 

• Passion for internal/external community development

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