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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!

Be the Force Behind the Flight

Our mission is bold: millions of people living and working in space. We believe that achieving this mission takes more than engineers and astronauts - it takes operational excellence, trust, and world-class executive support.

We're seeking an experienced, mission-driven Executive Assistant who thrives in complexity, anticipates what's needed before it's asked, and moves with discretion, urgency, and precision. Whether or not you come from aerospace, if you're a top-tier EA who feels called to be part of something bigger, this is your launchpad.

Why This Role Matters

This is not your typical administrative position. As Executive Assistant supporting the VP of TeraWave Operations, you'll be embedded at the heart of groundbreaking aerospace innovation - coordinating across engineering, manufacturing, testing, and operations teams to drive forward the development of reusable booster technology. You'll help manage the complex ecosystem behind Blue Origin's vision for sustainable access to space.

Your organizational expertise will enable critical decisions that shape the future of our reusable rocket program. From strategic planning sessions to technical reviews, you'll ensure our leadership remains focused, informed, and supported through every phase of booster development. Your impact will ripple across every mission milestone as we revolutionize space transportation with technology that returns from the edge of space to fly again.
This role will report on site in Cupertino, CA.

What You'll Do

In this role, you'll become an extension of our leadership team, trusted with sensitive information, complex logistics, and mission-critical communication. Your responsibilities will include:

Executive Partnership

• Serve as a thought partner and operational right hand to a senior executive with distinct but interconnected priorities
• Maintain situational awareness, anticipating needs and proactively managing shifting demands
• Build trusted relationships across internal teams and external partners
• Develop effective systems for triaging requests, information flow, and resource allocation

Calendar & Scheduling Excellence

• Manage complex, high-volume calendars across time zones
• Coordinate internal and external meetings with precision, optimizing for priority, flow, and flexibility
• Act as gatekeeper and gateway - balancing access with focus time

Travel & Logistics

• Coordinate detailed domestic and international travel: flights, accommodations, ground transportation, meeting prep, and contingency planning
• Manage pre-travel briefing materials and ensure executives are always one step ahead
• Submit timely, accurate expense reports aligned with internal policy

Communication & Confidentiality

• Draft, edit, and manage correspondence on behalf of senior leaders - maintaining tone, clarity, and context
• Act as a liaison across departments and with internal and external partners, managing sensitive communications with discretion
• Handle confidential information and decisions with integrity and tact

Strategic Projects & Priorities

• Drive special projects from ideation to execution (e.g., hiring efforts, onboarding programs, team offsites, executive reporting)
• Help translate big-picture priorities into actionable steps and ensure follow-through
• Improve and evolve internal workflows, templates, and processes

Event Planning & Team Engagement

• Plan and execute key internal events including team offsites, technical milestone celebrations, executive reviews, and all-hands meetings
• Coordinate logistics, communications, guest management, and post-event follow-up
• Develop and lead team morale initiatives - from recognition programs and surprise appreciation moments to inclusive team-building events
• Partner with People/HR and site leadership to foster a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and mission-alignment
• Track event budgets, success metrics, and feedback to continually improve future experiences

What You Bring

• We're looking for a strong mix of experience, poise, and mission alignment:
• 5+ years supporting senior executives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments (startups, aerospace, tech, VC-backed firms, or similar)
• Demonstrated success operating with executive-level discretion, trust, and emotional intelligence
• Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Visio, and Acrobat
• Proficiency with AI productivity tools (Claude, ChatGPT, or similar generative AI platforms) to enhance executive support capabilities
• Experience using AI tools for drafting communications, summarizing information, research, and workflow optimization
• Strong communication skills: written, verbal, and contextual
• Self-starter with strong prioritization skills and the ability to stay grounded under pressure
• Ability to adapt to flexible hours and travel schedules with the ability to travel as needed
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card) required

Bonus Points For

• Experience supporting executives in aerospace, engineering, manufacturing, or regulated industries
• Operational experience in environments with safety, compliance, or technical documentation
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities
• Advanced skills in leveraging AI tools to streamline executive workflows and communications
• Experience supporting multiple executives with different working styles and focus areas

Base Pay Range for:

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 (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.