Sr. Manager, National Security Space Policy

Blue Origin LLC; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options

PTO & holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking an experienced Government Relations professional to shape national security space policy and direct legislative strategy in coordination with leadership and multiple Blue Origin teams.

You will engage with Congress, agencies, and external partners to advance policy priorities and ensure alignment with corporate objectives and risk controls. The role requires strong communication, strategic thinking, and a proven track record in public policy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 6+ years of congressional experience or related partnership experience with local/state government, C level executives, or similar.
• Excellent communications skills, both oral and written.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret Clearance.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Responsibilities

• Lead the team’s impact on national security space policy.
• Develop and implement strategy to shape legislation in support of Blue Origin’s objectives.
• Craft messaging and materials; represent Blue Origin with external and internal stakeholders.
• Lead USG engagements and manage external consultants.
• Coordinate with leadership, business units, communications, legal, and sales teams to align policy efforts.

Skills

Excellent communications

Top Secret Clearance

Policy strategy

Congressional liaison

DOD space programs knowledge

Security clearance eligibility

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

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.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 legislative priorities. You will lead the team’s impact on all aspects of national security space policy. The Government Relations team you’re joining interfaces with national and local legislative bodies and executive agencies. You will develop and implement the strategy to shape legislation in support of team objectives. This includes crafting messaging and materials and representing Blue Origin and its policy interests with external and internal stakeholders. This position reports to the Vice President of Government Relations. You and the team interface directly with company leadership, as well as the business units, communications, legal, and sales teams. Additional duties include leading USG engagements, managing external consultants, engaging our nationwide supplier base, and supporting strategy for State and Local Government Relations initiatives and efforts. Strong knowledge of USG space programs, budgets and history, relationships with relevant congressional stakeholders, and experience leading and implementing legislative strategy are required 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:Bachelors degree6+ years of congressional experience or related partnership experience with local/state government, C level executives, or similar.Experience developing and implementing successful legislative strategiesExcellent communications skills, both oral and writtenAble to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environmentComfortable working with Members of Congress, agency leadership, VIPs and representing Blue Origin with diverse stakeholdersExcellent organizational skills for tracking government programs and budgets, and congressional issues, while meeting deadlinesKnowledge of DOD space programs and budgetsProficient in the Congressional Budget processesAbility to obtain a Top Secret ClearanceAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionMust 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 commercial space industryCulture StatementDon’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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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 OpportunityBlue 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants 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.