Government Relations Manager

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

We are a 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 Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of policy experts you will support Blue Origins strategic legislative priorities. This role reports to the Vice President of Government Relations and will broadly support Blue Origins priorities in civil national security and regulatory space policy work while keeping an eye toward integrating international issue and perspectives. The Government Relations team interfaces with national and local legislative bodies and executive agencies as well as company leadership business units communications legal and sales teams. Responsibilities include monitoring legislation crafting messaging and materials and representing Blue Origin and its policy interests with external and internal stakeholders. This person will support - USG engagements managing external consultants engaging our nationwide supplier base and supporting strategy for the Blue Political Action Committee. Strong 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 degree
• 4 years of experience in the government relations and/or federal legislative/policy arena
• Excellent communications skills both oral and written
• Able to support multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Comfortable working with Members of Congress agency leadership VIPs and representing Blue Origin with stakeholders
• Excellent organizational skills for tracking government programs and budgets and congressional issues while meeting deadlines
• Knowledge of congressional budget appropriations and authorization processes
• Proficient in the Congressional budget and authorization processes
• 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 and passion for the commercial space industry
• Knowledge of USG space programs budgets and history
• Experience working international policy
• Experience developing and implementing successful legislative strategies
• Relationships with international partners and embassies
• Experience managing Political Action Committees and understanding of campaign finance laws and regulations

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 a refugee or granted asylum.

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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.

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