> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1894057-fabrication-operations-technical-program-manager](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1894057-fabrication-operations-technical-program-manager). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Fabrication Operations Technical Program Manager - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Biometrics, Configuration Management - **Published:** August 1, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/fabrication-operations-technical-program-manager-fl--fc97ff6a-64a1-4f8b-be75-bbd7b9928dfa ## About the Role You will use your project management and engineering skills to organize. You will be accountable as a TPM for planning, executing, and monitoring projects/test campaigns according to strict deadlines in accordance with high level program schedules. You will be expected to build strong working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders on factor these relationships health and importance into your project management decisions and approach. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to innovate and improve current processes and implement new processes and technologies critical to our success. Bias for action and passion for our mission and vision are required! This assignment requires attention to detail, highly developed communication skills, execution with urgency, and the ability to work under minimal direction., * Well-developed project-management skills; organized, focused, with attention to detail and consistent follow-up to ensure results. * Excellent attention to details; manages both tactical and strategic-level information. Excellent organizational skills are necessary. * Excellent "people skills," including the ability to influence by persuasion without direct authority. * Business savvy, including an understanding of the marketplace, competitors, and technology. * Strong communication skills for effective messaging both "up" to executives and "down" to the workforce. * Demonstrated domain experience operating within at least one corporate function (Engineering, Business Management, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Configuration Management, preferred)., * Minimum of a Bachelor's degree, preference toward Engineering or Business Disciplines. * 10-12 years of relevant program management/operational experience. * Excellent communication skills: verbal, written, data. * Ability to balance technical, business, and organizational influences. * Demonstrated history of independent work, foreseeing problems, delivering on commitments, and accountability., * Master's degree in engineering, business, or project management. * 8+ years of experience in an operations environment. * Project Management Professional (PMP) certification and Earned Value Management System (EVMS) experience. * Deliver on strategic business goals with a planned approach, on time and on target., Affirmative Action, Business Operations, Business Skills, CDL Driver's License, Campaigns, Communication Skills, Configuration Management, Cost Control, Detail Oriented, Disability Accommodations, Earned Value Management (EVM), Engineering, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Interpersonal Skills, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Operations Management, Material Moving, Medical Records, Military, Onboarding, Operations Management, Organizational Skills, Persuasion Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Project Development, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Road Tests, Safety/Work Safety, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Technical Leadership, Testing, Time Management, United States Citizen, Writing Skills ## Description Blue Origin is a pioneering team dedicated to building a future where millions of people live and work in space for the benefit of Earth. Our team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers is committed to a culture of safety. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Technical Project Manager/Leader to drive execution of complex and critical initiatives critical to organizational success., 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 ## Related Videos - [Hiring Technical Leaders: Promote from Within or Go External?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100167-hiring-technical-leaders-promote-from-within-or-go-external) - [Biometric Phone Chargers, $40m Domain Names & AI Movies Winning Awards - Peter Kröner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1810-biometric-phone-chargers-40m-domain-names-ai-movies-winning-awards-peter-kroner) - [Terraform for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/3-terraform-for-developers) - [From Space to Software: Reliability Lessons 40 Years After Challenger](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100283-from-space-to-software-reliability-lessons-40-years-after-challenger) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - What Development and Tattoos Have in Common and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1380-wearedevelopers-live-what-development-and-tattoos-have-in-common-and-more) - [AI in Regulated Industry - Validating AI-Enabled Products with PLM and Digital Twins](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2065-ai-in-regulated-industry-validating-ai-enabled-products-with-plm-and-digital-twins) ## Related Articles - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [From developer to manager – what does it take to become an engineering manager?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/42-from-developer-to-manager-what-does-it-take-to-become-an-engineering-manager) - [Should senior developers refuse interview coding challenges?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/29-should-senior-developers-refuse-interview-coding-challenges) - [The Prompt Engineer ✍️](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/216-the-prompt-engineer) - [Promotion Interview Questions: How to Answer and Get the Job](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/413-promotion-interview-questions-how-to-answer-and-get-the-job) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)