Principal, Internal Communications

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.  

It’s a great time to join Team Blue! We are building a road to space for the benefit of Earth, humanity’s blue origin. Our company builds reusable rocket engines, launch vehicles, in-space systems, and lunar landers.

We are looking for a communications professional to develop and implement communication strategies focused on driving a company’s culture and transformation. Partnering closely with our Chief People Officer and Chief Technology Officer, this hands-on individual contributor role will help connect and engage our employees around our top- and bottom-line growth goals, leadership principles, and key company initiatives. As a Marketing & Communications team member, this role will be critical in driving internal alignment and collaboration with cross-functional key stakeholders to increase employee engagement through purpose-driven and timely communications. Passion for our mission is required!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 25% of the time
• In-office, full-time position
• Preferred office location is Kent, WA

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead change communication efforts related to ongoing or new initiatives within HR and Enterprise Technology including crafting messaging that aligns with the overall change management plan, identifying key audiences and tailoring communications accordingly.
• Serve as a trusted communications advisor to senior HR and ET leadership providing strategic counsel on communications strategies with omni-channel tactics, message delivery, and tone to support company goals and initiative objectives while also providing channels for feedback and addressing concerns.
• Create consistent narratives that builds trust, reduce uncertainty, and motivates employees by fostering understanding and buy-in for the change, highlighting the "why" and "what's in it for me".
• Coordinate and manage various communication platforms and channels to ensure effective content delivery.
• Measure, analyze, and optimize the effectiveness of communication strategies and initiatives to refine approaches and enhance impact.
• Maintain a deep understanding of company culture, values, and business strategies to align communication efforts accordingly.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in journalism, communications, or related field
• 10+ years of relevant communications experience 
• Knowledgeable of change management methodologies, principles, and best practices and experience developing and executing change communications for maximum effectiveness
• Proficient in content strategy and the production and use of multimedia (graphics, videos, still photos)
• Expert – world-class – writing and editing skills. A detailed, thoughtful, and clear narrative writer that delivers “defect-free” content
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of the organization
• Strong executive presence and persuasion skills 
• Highly organized self-starter capable of working independently across multiple workstreams and as part of a team
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Can easily adapt and is open to change in response to new information, feedback, different or unexpected circumstances, and/or to work in ambiguous situations
• Team player with a collaborative, can-do, and yet humble mindset that is results-driven
• Able to quickly grasp new ideas and tools 
• Able to make decisions with speed and accuracy based on the best available information 
• Impeccable judgment, endless energy, and creativity
• 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

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $182,450.00-$255,429.30

Other site ranges may differ

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 (DIBDS) 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, 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.

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.

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

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” 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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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