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!
This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security and human spaceflight.
As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, you will lead implementation of risk and opportunity management in the rocket Engine Business Unit of Blue Origin, ensuring the safe and rapid development of innovative engines and propulsion systems for space applications. 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. Through daily interaction with engineering and program management teams, you\'ll guide discussions, create mitigation plans, mentor colleagues, and ensure transparency in decision-making. Your role will help programs adapt their plans ahead of time to achieve better outcomes. As the Engines risk discipline leader, you will foster a culture of risk awareness and proactive risk management within the organization, encouraging open communication and knowledge sharing among team members.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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
Our Company
Changing the world through digital experiences is what Adobe\'s all about. We give everyone-from emerging artists to global brands-everything they need to design and deliver exceptional digital experiences! We\'re passionate about empowering people to create beautiful and powerful images, videos, and apps, and transform how companies interact with customers across every screen.
We\'re on a mission to hire the very best and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize that new ideas can come from everywhere in the organization, and we know the next big idea could be yours!
The Opportunity
Adobe is seeking a Director of Design Operations to join our design organization; a centralized, multidisciplinary team of 700+ persons, spanning 30+ locations and working across 100+ products. We\'re looking for a leader to accelerate the scaling our business and evolve how we engage as part of the product life cycle. In this role you will be a key partner to our senior design leader for Digital Experience (DX). This is a highly influential role across the organization and requires someone with a true passion for business strategy and operations, and flawless execution of strategic objectives.
This individual will define and run programs that drive strategic alignment across functions. As a partner to design leadership they will advise and influence how and where we invest, and additionally how we organize. They will be visible across the business in their communications, leading in a transparent manner. They will partner and be an exemplar across our operations team for evolving best practices. They will drive optimization of our organization to align the best people, with the necessary skills, to be able to contribute at the right time and deliver the best experiences for users.
What you\'ll do
Work as a trusted advisor and thought partner to design leadership in crafting the design strategy, vision and operational plan for Experience Cloud design
Partner with cross-functional leadership to drive creative alignment and decision making, enabling and elevating a highly effective UX design organization
Scale strategic design initiatives in partnership with design leadership, making sure to connect the dots across a complex organization and diplomatically navigate challenges
Simplify large and complex problems through iterative operational improvements, while prioritizing and delivering solutions in an evolving environment
Lead, coach, and foster a team of high-talent program managers in a robust, cross-disciplinary and cross-geo design organization
Foster a culture of collaboration and user-focused design excellence through mentorship, coaching, and influence. You are an advocate for design-led product development and build bridges across the organization to represent design and uplevel our impact for our users
Own and drive communications and operations for a large design team to keep the team informed and motivated, always prioritizing and supporting a healthy design culture
What you need to succeed
10+ years of experience working in Design Operations, Creative Program Management, or similar field
7+ years of leadership experience with a history of people management and operational excellence
Experience working with in-house creative teams, including collaborating with designers, content strategists, researchers, prototypers, engineers, and product managers
Experience working directly with product and engineering on ambiguous problems and crafting big picture strategies
Ability to establish credibility and rapport with senior executives
Experience leading and scaling operations for critical business units in SaaS or Digital environments
Experience building and fostering a robust, collaborative, inclusive team environment
High emotional intellige
