Recruiter (Fixed Term)

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Stock options

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin’s Talent Acquisition team is seeking a strategic recruiter to drive end-to-end recruitment for the TeraWave program, spanning software, embedded software, optical, RF, and ASIC/semiconductor roles.

You will partner with senior leadership, build pipelines, craft market insights, and mentor junior recruiters while leading searches with precision and discretion in a fast-paced tech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent recruiting experience.
• 3+ years of technical recruiting experience including engineering roles.
• Experience recruiting in Space, Aerospace, Technology industries.
• Experience recruiting in international locations.
• Proficiency with Workday.
• Experience recruiting for a startup.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence leadership.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute recruitment strategies to attract top technical talent across software, embedded software, optical, RF, and ASIC/semiconductor disciplines.
• Align recruiting strategies with program objectives through leadership collaboration and provide talent intelligence.
• Mentor and develop junior recruiters and lead regular candidate debriefs with hiring managers.
• Prepare and present search status reports and manage client updates on active searches.
• Build candidate pipelines and deliver thorough assessments of technical qualifications and leadership capabilities.

Skills

Strategic recruiting

Candidate generation

Market insights

Stakeholder management

Mentoring recruiters

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Workday

Job description

Application Close Date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation consists of optically interconnected satellites in both Low Earth Orbit (LEO) and Medium Earth Orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. TeraWave represents one of Blue Origin's most ambitious and high-impact new business ventures — and building the team behind it starts with exceptional talent.

As a member of Blue Origin's Talent Acquisition team, you will drive strategic technical recruiting across TeraWave's satellite and semiconductor programs — establishing the end-to-end standards, methodologies, and best practices that define excellence in technical talent acquisition. You will serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, delivering market insights and talent strategy while managing high-stakes searches with precision and discretion. The ideal candidate brings deep experience in candidate generation and sourcing for technical roles spanning software, embedded software, optical, radio frequency, and ASIC or semiconductor technology. They possess exceptional judgment in evaluating technical talent and the strategic acumen to position TeraWave as the premier destination for industry-leading professionals who want to shape the future of satellite communications.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Talent Acquisition

• Design and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies to attract and hire top technical talent across software, embedded software, optical, RF, and ASIC/semiconductor disciplines
• Conduct proactive market mapping and competitive benchmarking to stay ahead of talent trends in the satellite and semiconductor industries
• Build and sustain robust candidate pipelines for critical technical roles, converting prospects into engaged candidates through meaningful, long-term relationships
• Deliver thorough candidate assessments and reports — including evaluations of technical qualifications and leadership capabilities — to inform senior leadership hiring decisions

Strategic Leadership & Partnership

• Align recruiting strategies with TeraWave's program objectives and organizational growth goals through close collaboration with senior and business unit leadership
• Provide talent intelligence that informs leadership decisions on workforce planning and emerging market trends affecting TeraWave's technical talent landscape
• Mentor and develop junior recruiters, offering hands-on guidance on best practices and supporting their career growth
• Lead and participate in scoping discussions, weekly check-ins, and candidate debriefs with hiring managers and cross-functional stakeholders
• Prepare and present search status reports and lead regular client update meetings on active searches

Search & Selection

• Partner with hiring managers to develop sourcing models and targeted search strategies; calibrate candidate profiles to align with evolving role requirements
• Apply advanced assessment techniques to evaluate specialized skills in digital design, analog design, RTL coding, physical design, and related disciplines
• Dive deep into technical requirements with a curious, inquisitive mindset to ensure a thorough understanding of each role and business unit

Candidate Experience

• Champion an exceptional candidate experience from first contact through offer, ensuring every interaction reflects TeraWave's mission and culture
• Lead high-impact touchpoints — including executive meetings, site visits, and technical discussions — that authentically represent who we are and why top talent should join us

Process Excellence & Insights

• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance recruitment efficiency and effectiveness
• Build and maintain dashboards and reports to track recruiting metrics, pipeline health, and overall program impact
• Stay current on semiconductor industry trends, emerging recruitment technologies, and best practices in technical talent acquisition

This is a Fixed Term position. Responsibilities include but are not limited to those listed above.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or additional years of recruiting experience
• 3+ years of technical recruiting experience to include engineering or related positions

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated success in passively prospecting technical professionals using a variety of platforms and methods
• Experience recruiting in Space, Aerospace, Technology, Aviation industries
• Experience recruiting in international locations
• Proficiency with Workday
• Experience recruiting for a startup
• Strong professional communication skills and demonstrated ability to influence and advise business leaders

Base Pay Range For

WA applicants is $112,059.00 - $156,882.60

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 [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.