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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.
The Director of Executive Communications will serve as a strategic partner to Blue Origin’s executive leadership team, including the CEO, to develop and execute internal and external communications strategies that inspire employees, engage key stakeholders, and enhance the company’s reputation. This leader will craft compelling narratives, messages, and content that bring clarity, alignment, and impact to Blue Origin’s vision, priorities, and business initiatives.
The ideal candidate is a seasoned communicator with exceptional writing ability, executive presence, and experienceoperatingin highly technical, innovation-driven environments. They will proactivelyidentifyopportunities to elevate Blue Origin’s leadership voice across channels—from keynotes and town halls to media engagements, thought leadership, and employee communications.
Key Responsibilities:
Executive Communications Strategy
Partner closely with the CEO and senior executives to define communication priorities, messaging platforms, and long-term narrative strategies.
Serve as a trusted counselor and thought partner to executive leaders on communication style, tone, and engagement approaches.
Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across internal and external channels.
Content Development
Own the development of high-quality speeches, remarks, scripts, presentations, talking points, op-eds, and other executive-level communications.
Lead creation of content for major milestones, company announcements, industry events, and strategic initiatives.
Translate complex technical information into clear, compelling messaging for various audiences.
Internal Communications
Shape the voice of leadership in employee communications, including town halls, internal videos, organizational updates, and culture messaging.
Collaborate with HR, leadership, and comms partners to drive clarity and transparency around priorities, goals, and change initiatives.
External Communications
Partner with Government Relations, Media Relations, and Marketing to support external executive engagements, interviews, and thought leadership opportunities.
Help prepare executives for media appearances, conferences, and high-stakes public events through briefing materials, coaching, and message development.
Identifyand manage opportunities to amplify Blue Origin’s leadership voice across industry platforms.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Build strong relationships with leaders across business units, engineering, operations, and strategic functions to ensure communications reflect company priorities.
Partner with design, brand, and multimedia teams to develop compelling visual and storytelling assets.
Maintain a close understanding of key programs, milestones, and narratives across the enterprise.
Issues & Reputation Management
Support executive messaging during sensitive, high-visibility moments and issues management scenarios.
Ensure fast,accurate, and strategic communication support in time-critical situations
Qualifications:
Required:
15+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, public affairs, or related fields.
Exceptional writing, storytelling, and editing skills with a proven ability to craft persuasive, crisp, executive-level content.
Experience supporting C-suite or senior leaders in a complex, high-growth, or technical environment.
Ability to translate technical and aerospace concepts into accessible narratives for varied audiences.
Strong strategic thinking, discretion, and sound judgment.
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.
Preferred:
Experience within aerospace, technology, engineering, or advanced manufacturing industries preferred but notrequired
Background in issues management, media relations, or public affairs.
Familiarity working in a high-intensity, mission-driven organization.
Traits for Success:
Exceptional emotional intelligence and ability to build trust with senior leaders.
Comfortoperatingunder pressure with high visibility and sensitive subject matter.
Creative storytelling mindset paired with disciplined execution.
Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.
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.
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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.
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