Senior Director, Business Intelligence & Strategy, Facilities & Real Estate

Application Close Date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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.

Position Summary

Reporting to the Vice President of Facilities, Maintenance & Security, this role provides strategic leadership for business planning, operational performance, governance, executive reporting, and organizational transformation across Facilities, Maintenance, Security, Construction, and Real Estate.

 

This role will establish the data infrastructure needed to create strategy, develop executive KPIs, build performance management frameworks, translate business priorities into analytical requirements, and partner with Business Intelligence and Information Technology organizations to deliver reporting solutions that support executive decision-making. 

 

The role is accountable for setting and enabling long-term strategy utilizing measurable outcomes, improving operational performance, reducing operational and compliance risk, and strengthening governance. 

SUCCESS MEASURED

Within The First 12–18 Months, The Role Should

• Establish consistent data layers to help create business strategy and drive decision making
• Build an analytics roadmap for the Facilities, Maintenance & Security function that, aligned with organizational priorities
• Establish a performance management framework for the Facilities, Maintenance & Security function, aligned to enterprise objectives
• Develop standardized executive KPIs and operational scorecards
• Improve executive visibility into operational performance and compliance
• Create governance processes supporting consistent business decision-making
• Strengthen collaboration across Facilities, Maintenance, Security, Construction, Real Estate, Finance, Operations, and Information Technology
• Improve operational effectiveness through measurable performance improvements

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Operations Management, Facilities Management, Engineering, Construction Management, Data Analytics, or a related field
• 10+ years of experience in the Facilities and Real Estate function
• 5+ years of progressive experience leading high-performing teams in business intelligence, analytics, strategy, consulting, or operational excellence
• Demonstrated experience developing enterprise BI solutions, executive dashboards, and performance management reporting
• Strong understanding of strategic planning, financial analysis, and business operations
• Experience leading cross-functional initiatives and organizational transformation
• Excellent executive communication and presentation skills

Preferred

• Master's degree (MBA, MPA, MS Analytics, Data Science, or related field)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification
• Experience in aerospace, national defense, aviation, heavy manufacturing, or other complex operational environments
• Experience implementing enterprise BI platforms and data governance programs

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with executive leadership to develop and execute on strategic initiatives
• Translate long-term goals into measurable objectives, KPIs, and performance dashboards
• Identify growth opportunities through market analysis, operational insights, and business intelligence
• Lead strategic planning processes and monitor organizational performance against strategic objectives.

Business Intelligence & Analytics

• Develop and oversee the business intelligence strategy and roadmap across Facilities, Maintenance, Security, Construction, and Real Estate
• Design, implement, and maintain executive dashboards, scorecards, and reporting frameworks
• Lead advanced analytics initiatives to identify trends, forecast performance, and support strategic decision-making
• Ensure data accuracy, integrity, governance, and accessibility across the organization
• Champion self-service analytics and data literacy across business functions

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Identify operational inefficiencies and implement scalable solutions that improve quality, productivity, and customer outcomes
• Establish governance frameworks that promote consistency, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to redesign business processes aligned with strategic priorities

Leadership & Collaboration

• Build, mentor, and develop a high-performing team
• Strengthen collaboration between business units, finance, facilities, maintenance, security, construction, real estate, information technology, operations, and executive leadership
• Serve as a trusted advisor by communicating complex analytical findings in clear, actionable business terms
• Lead organizational change initiatives supporting data-driven decision making

Performance Management

• Develop enterprise KPIs and performance measurement frameworks.
• Monitor organizational performance and recommend corrective actions where appropriate.
• Present executive-level reports and strategic recommendations to senior leadership and governing boards.
• Drive accountability through transparent reporting and measurable outcomes.

Technical Skills

• Business Intelligence platforms (Power BI, Tableau, Looker, Qlik)
• Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Power Platform
• Strategic planning
• KPI and executive dashboard development
• Process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)
• Project and portfolio management tools

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Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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, 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 at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.