Director of Integrated Communications

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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!

As part of a small passionate and highly accomplished communications leadership team this role will lead a team of internal and external communicatorsresponsible for shaping how Blue Origin communicates with its employees partners customers and broader stakeholders.

This leader will set the strategy direction and operating model for integrated communicationsensuring alignment across external and internal communications partnering with business unit leaders to develop an integrated communications strategy. The role blends strategic leadership team management and hands-on execution and plays a critical role in connecting stakeholders to Blue Origins mission business priorities and progress.

This position has direct impact on how Blue Origin scalesculturally and operationallyas the company advances safe repeatable spaceflight and expands into new programs and markets. The role reports to the VP of Marketing and Communications.

Responsibilities:

External Communications Leadership

• Lead the strategy planning and execution of integrated external communications in support of Blue Origins business priorities major programs and enterprise initiatives.
• Partner closely with program business and executive leadership to shape clear credible narratives for external stakeholders including media customers partners and industry influencers.
• Ensure proactive alignment between external communications public announcements and internal messaging so employees are informed aligned and equipped ahead of external moments.
• Provide strategic counsel on external positioning reputational risk and narrative tradeoffs in high-visibility or fast-moving situations.

Integrated Narrative & Message Architecture

• Own the development of core narratives messaging frameworks and positioning that connect external storytelling with internal understanding and executive intent (in partnership with executive and enterprise communications leaders).
• Establish an integrated communications operating model that aligns internal executive and external communications around a single source of truth.
• Translate complex technical operational and business developments into cohesive stories that resonate with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ensure message discipline and consistency across channels spokespeople and audiences.

Content Channels & Campaigns

• Guide development of high-quality written visual and multimedia content that supports external storytelling while reinforcing internal alignment.
• Oversee editorial planning and content calendars that integrate external moments with internal communications channels.
• Ensure internal platforms and channels are leveraged to prepare employees for external communications and enable them to act as informed ambassadors.

Measurement Insight & Readiness

• Define track and report on KPIs across integrated communications efforts including external reach narrative pull-through and internal engagement.
• Monitor external environment industry trends and emerging issues to inform communications strategy and proactive planning.
• Lead communications readiness for major milestones launches and announcements including coordination across Business and Functional teams.

Team Leadership & Collaboration

• Lead develop and manage a team of internal and external communicators fostering strong collaboration clarity of roles and shared accountability.
• Partner closely with colleagues across Communications Marketing Creative and Subject Matter Expertteams to deliver coordinated high-impact communications.
• Work effectively with teams across Kent West Texas Cape Canaveral Huntsville and Washington D.C. ensuring geographic and functional alignment.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in journalism communications or a related field.
• 12 years of experience in communications including leadership roles overseeing teams and complex programs.
• Proven experience leading both internal and external communicationsor operating in highly integrated communications environments.
• Strong content strategy and content development expertise.
• Demonstrated ability to distill complex technical or operational topics into clear compelling messages.
• Experience advising senior leaders and operating with high judgment in fast-moving high-stakes environments.
• Ability to operate effectively under deadlines and in periods of rapid change.
• Proficiency with multimedia storytelling (graphics video photography).
• Strong decision-making skills with the ability to move quickly using the best available information.
• High energy strong ownership mindset and exceptional attention to detail.
• Passion for the space industry and Blue Origins mission.

Desired:

• Experience applying change management principles in complex or growing organizations.
• Demonstrated adaptability and comfort operating in ambiguous evolving environments.
• External focus and understanding of industry dynamics competitive landscape and stakeholder expectations.
• Newsroom agency or corporate communications experience in aerospace technology energy or advanced manufacturing.
• Experience building or scaling communications teams and operating models.

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.

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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues 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

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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.

• Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys 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

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