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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!

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

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!

We are seeking a motivated, analytical, and critical-thinking Finance Business Partner to serve as a senior financial analyst within Blue Origin's Engines business unit. This role sits at the intersection of strategic finance and operational execution, making it central to how we build and fly rockets affordably and reliably. In this key role, you will collaborate directly with program leadership while partnering with stakeholders across engineering, manufacturing, procurement, supply chain, and material planning to drive financial excellence and program success.

Day to day, you will deliver comprehensive cost analysis, variance explanations, and strategic guidance to Engines program leadership, developing financial models and scenario analyses that inform critical program decisions across the full cost structure. A strong understanding of how operational activity translates into financial outcomes is essential, serving as the lens through which you'll connect material demand, procurement timing, workforce planning, and production activity to program financials. You will establish and maintain metrics that track program financial health throughout the full program lifecycle, while building tools and reporting capabilities that enable proactive, forward-looking financial management. You'll also leverage cutting-edge AI and analytics tools to design innovative approaches to financial modeling and forecasting that are as ambitious as the rockets we build.

To thrive in this role, you will bring strong financial acumen and demonstrated experience, paired with a broad understanding of cost drivers spanning direct materials, procurement strategies, subcontracts, labor, and supply chain trade-offs and the analytical rigor to build insight-driven analyses that influence real decisions. Above all, we are looking for a skilled storyteller who can translate complex financial data into clear, compelling narratives for both financial and non-financial audiences, someone who navigates ambiguity with confidence in a fast-paced, ever-evolving environment.

This role is available on-site in Kent, Washington with relocation provided.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the Engines financial focal for material procurement impacts and forecasting; tracking performance, supporting improvement initiatives, and providing actionable insights to drive outcomes
• Lead program financial management including budget tracking, forecasting, variance analysis, and end-of-month business rhythm deliverables
• Build and maintain financial models supporting cost-benefit analysis, risk and opportunity identification, and recovery plan development
• Prepare and present monthly/quarterly financial and metric report outs for Program and Finance Leadership, including executive-level analysis for key decision making
• Perform data mining and analytics across multiple platforms (Databricks, Redshift, SQL, Python, Claude) to support business analytics and KPI generation
• Oversee financial risk assessment and mitigation strategies across the engines portfolio, driving continuous cost improvement through data-driven recommendations
• Pioneer new financial methodologies leveraging AI and advanced analytics tools; mentor junior analysts and coordinate workstreams across finance projects

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or STEM field
• 8+ years of financial and business analytics experience
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a self-motivator
• Ability to develop pricing models based on multiple inputs including market conditions, competition, and other constraints
• Strong analytical skill set and high attention to detail
• Advanced level skills in Microsoft Excel Power Query, Power Pivot, data mining and SQL/Python
• Experience in helping business leaders meet financial targets and deliver results
• Understanding of underlying business processes and the impact of financial decisions
• Strong skills in running meetings and preparing executive-level presentations
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• 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 Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a relevant field
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, GenAI and workflow automation tools (Alteryx, Databricks, Tableau Prep)
• Proficiency in OneStream, Microsoft D365
• Experience in financial management of high-rate production and MRP systems
• Experience in industrial, manufacturing, engineering, or technology sectors
• Experience leading or championing AI tools for financial analysis and process improvement

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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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 work force. 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 in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.