Principal Program Manager, Talent Acquisition

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.

Blue Origin is assembling the leadership team that will enable humanity's future in space. As a founding member of our Talent Acquisition Program Manager Team, you'll play a meaningful role in this vision by leading sophisticated, enterprise-wide initiatives that directly impact our most ambitious space programs. You will establish governance frameworks, drive process excellence across business units, and serve as a trusted business partner to leadership while articulating clear program vision and implementing data-driven talent strategies. This role demands exceptional leadership skills to coordinate cross-functional teams globally, strategic thinking to align talent programs with Blue Origin's mission, and the ability to influence executive stakeholders—positioning Blue Origin as the world-class destination for aerospace talent and advancing humanity's journey to space!

Strategic Leadership & Executive Partnership

• Serve as trusted advisor to senior leadership, shaping talent acquisition strategy across global operations
• Translate complex metrics and industry insights into compelling narratives that inform executive decision making
•  Co-create organizational talent strategies aligned with mission-critical objectives
•  Identify emerging talent trends and technologies to develop competitive advantage
• Quantify business impact of talent programs with clear ROI frameworks
• Orchestrate consensus among global stakeholders to secure executive sponsorship for critical initiatives

Program Excellence & Governance

• Design global enterprise-wide governance frameworks that systematically identify risks and enhance program execution
•  Orchestrate high-visibility programs with company-wide impact, managing interdependencies across international functions
• Optimize resource allocation across competing priorities with data-driven decision making
• Establish program management centers of excellence while developing future talent
• Lead organizational capability building in process excellence methodologies
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across geographic boundaries to drive cohesive program implementation

Transformation & Innovation

• Architect innovative ways to fundamentally reshape talent acquisition on a global scale
• Pioneer advanced analytics and predictive modeling to drive strategic talent decisions
•  Build industry-leading TA programs establishing Blue Origin as an employer of choice
• Lead change management at enterprise scale, driving adoption of new methodologies across international teams
• Challenge conventional thinking to create breakthrough talent acquisition approaches

Strategic Workforce Development

• Develop strategic global workforce plans anticipating future talent needs and creating sustainable pipelines
• Institute analytics frameworks connecting talent acquisition metrics to business outcomes
• Build partnerships across business units and geographic regions ensuring talent programs address organizational needs
•  Drive cross-functional collaboration to create integrated talent solutions that span the enterprise

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years leading enterprise or business unit scale programs with measurable organizational impact
• Demonstrated success delivering complex initiatives transforming talent acquisition
• Demonstrated success partnering with C-suite to influence organizational direction
• Experience leading change management initiatives across global teams
• Deep expertise in strategic resource planning and program optimization
• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent work experience

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field
• Senior-level program management certification (PgMP, PMP, or equivalent)
• Experience leading talent transformation in high-growth, technology organizations
• Demonstrated thought leadership through speaking engagements or publications
• Exceptional data literacy with ability to derive insights from complex datasets
• Experience integrating emerging technologies into talent acquisition
• Track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams across international boundaries

 

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $157,059.00 - $219,882.60

Other site ranges may differ

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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.