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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!

As part of a hardworking team of strategists, you will serve as a senior individual contributor and subject matter expert, helping to build strategic focus and drive company growth for various spaceflight systems. You will independently lead complex market assessments, identify high-impact growth initiatives, and develop rigorous plans to ensure their successful execution.

We are looking for someone to apply their deep technical expertise, seasoned judgment, and unwavering commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Independently own and lead complex market research assessments and conduct advanced data analysis to guide high-stakes investment decisions and product design.
• Develop sophisticated business cases, market sizing estimates, and pricing strategies for existing and new products, serving as the authoritative voice on strategic recommendations.
• Partner with and influence cross-functional teams at all levels to drive robust long-term strategic advantages and near-term sales wins.
• Lead organic and inorganic growth initiatives, including investment thesis formulation and end-to-end M&A deal diligence, from target identification through integration.
• Serve as a senior external representative for Blue Origin at industry events, conferences, and high-visibility customer meetings.
• Mentor and provide strategic guidance to junior strategy team members, elevating overall team capability.
• Define and shape the strategic frameworks and methodologies used across the strategy organization.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in business, engineering, government, or related field.
• A minimum of10 yearsof management consulting, corporate strategy experience, or a combination of management consulting and additional strategy work experience.
• Demonstrated record of independently leading and delivering high-impact, enterprise-level strategic initiatives with minimal direction.
• Deep, proven understanding of the national security space industry's customer and competitor dynamics.
• Advanced market research, data analysis, and quantitative economic and financial modeling experience, with the ability to set standards for analytical rigor across teams.
• Expert-level ability to apply and create analytical business frameworks to address highly ambiguous, complex problems.
• Extensive experience in strategy formulation, to include consulting, product development, or investing.
• Exceptional written and verbal executive communication skills, with a proven ability to influence senior leadership and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment while maintaining excellent attention to detail.
• Strong ability to earn trust, build positive and professional relationships, and actively contribute to a culture of inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or equivalent) in business, engineering, or a related field.
• Active government security clearance:TS/SCI.
• Deep familiarity with U.S. budgeting, appropriations, and contracting processes, particularly for government space agencies (i.e., Space Systems Command, Space Development Agency, Defense Innovation Unit, Air Force Research Laboratory).
• Proven track record of maturing sophisticated technical products from initial concept formulation through successful customer sales at scale.
• Extensive experience driving end-to-end inorganic growth strategy, from identifying acquisition targets through due diligence, valuation, and successful integration.
• Recognized industry thought leader with an established network across the national security space community.

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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.