Director of Strategy

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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 problemsolvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable space flight. 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.

AsDirector of Strategy you will help stand up and lead Blue Origins central Strategy function. You will define and drive the enterprise strategy agenda establish the operating system that connects longrange ambitions to nearterm priorities and investment decisions and over time build and lead a small highimpact team of strategists.

In this highly visible role you will work closely with senior executives and business unit leaders to frame the most important strategic questions for the company shape the portfolio of big bets we pursue and ensure we have the mechanisms to track progress and adjust course. You will be a key thought partner to the Head of Corporate Development Strategy and Partnerships and will collaborate closely with Corporate Development and Strategic Partnerships on companyshaping opportunities.

Passion for our mission and vision is required.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to)

Build and mature the Strategy function

• Define thecharter scope and engagement modelfor Blue Origins Strategy function including how it interfaces with business units Sales Corporate Development and Strategic Partnerships.

• Establish and run key elements of thestrategy operating system(e.g. longrange planning inputs annual strategy refresh portfolio and investment reviews metrics/OKRs and executive cadences).

• Over timehire develop and lead a small team of strategists creating a highperformance inclusive culture and elevating strategic capabilities across the company.
  

Own the enterprise strategy agenda

• Develop and continually refine afocused portfolio of enterpriselevel strategic questions(e.g. portfolio choices where we must win make/buy/partner decisions capital allocation themes).

• Leadcomplex crosscompany strategy projectsendtoend from problem framing and hypothesis development through analysis synthesis recommendations and executive alignment.

• Translate Blue Origins longterm vision intoclear strategic priorities and roadmaps with explicit implications for business units capabilities and investments.

• Partner with Finance and business leaders to connect strategy toresource allocation and performance management.
  

Drive big bets and companyshaping opportunities

• Identify frame and champion35 big betsat any given time that can materially shape Blue Origins trajectory.

• Work closely withCorporate Developmenton strategyled M&A and strategic investments including market scans investment theses target screening and portfolio fit.

• Partner withStrategic Partnershipsand Sales to design and evaluate nonstandard partnership constructs (e.g. codevelopment strategic collaborations warrants/rights ecosystem plays).
  

Serve as a trusted advisor

• Act as atrusted advisor to senior leadership bringing objective datadriven perspectives on markets competitors and strategic options.

• Facilitateexecutivelevel discussions and offsites ensuring focus on the most important issues and clear decisions owners and followthrough.

• Create highqualityexecutive communications(strategy narratives investment cases) that clearly articulate tradeoffs options and recommendations.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree or equivalent experience in business engineering economics public policy or a related field.

• Director:typically810 yearsofmanagement consulting corporate strategy or a combination of toptier consulting and inhouse strategy/operational leadership.

• Senior Director:typically12 yearsin the same domains with a track record of leading at the enterprise level.

• Demonstrated experienceindependently leading complex crossfunctional strategic initiativeswith seniorlevel visibility.

• Strong skills inmarket analysis financial and economic modeling and business case development with high standards for analytical rigor.

• Familiarity withportfolio thinking(e.g. product/market or program portfolios) and how to connect strategy to resource allocation.

• Excellentwritten and verbal executive communication skills including the ability to synthesize complex topics into clear narratives and influence senior stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability tolead through influence work across functions and business units and manage multiple competing priorities in a fastpaced highambiguity environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced degree (MBA MS or equivalent) in business engineering public policy or a related field.

• Experience inaerospace defense space or other highly technical regulated industries.

• Experience working closely withCorporate Development / M&Aand/or Strategic Partnerships to link strategy to transactions and longterm partnerships.

• Prior responsibility fordesigning or running strategic planning and portfolio review processesfor a multibusiness or multisegment enterprise.

• Comfort operating in environments withlong development cycles significant technical risk and evolving customer and competitive landscapes.

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

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

• 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 10001 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 (CDL drivers only) 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 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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