Manager State and Local Affairs

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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 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 safe, routine spaceflight. This position will directly impact the future of U.S. space policy and will require your commitment and detailed attention toward public policy. 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.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse policy experts, you will support Blue Origin's strategic priorities. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of space policy. The team you're joining interfaces with federal, state and local legislative bodies and executive agencies. You will monitor state legislation, interface with state and local leaders, support community relations, and craft materials and messaging in support of company objectives. This position reports to the Vice President of Government Relations. You and the team work directly with company leadership and external consultants, as well as the business units, communications, legal and sales teams. Additional duties include facilitating USG engagements at Blue Origin facilities, supporting events for the Blue Political Action Committee and representing Blue Origin at community events. This role integrates initiatives and priorities across states, regions and communities (including Florida, Alabama, Texas and Washington). Responsibilities also include participation in civic organizations, and representing Blue to civic and legislative leaders, on panels, committees and at events. Knowledge of state and local legislation, budgets and history as well as relationships with relevant stakeholders are differentiators for this position.

We are looking for someone to apply their expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to usher in a new era of safe and affordable launch and in-space capabilities for USG customers. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of state/local experience or equivalent
• Minimum of a bachelor's degree in public policy or equivalent
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written
• Established professional expertise in state policies, legislation and operational interfaces with local government entities
• Comfortable working with VIPs, public speaking and representing Blue Origin with diverse stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills for tracking state & local programs, budgets, and issues, while meeting deadlines
• Able to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment; develop materials to support objectives; coordinate tactics with external consultants; identify supplier opportunities; participate in fundraisers and support GR facility tours
• 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.

Desired:

• Knowledge of state and local government processes & stakeholders
• Awareness of grant & incentives opportunities
• Knowledge of commercial space industry

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

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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.

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