Executive Assistant II Operations

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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!

Be the Force Behind the Flight

Our mission is bold: millions of people living and working in space. We believe that achieving this mission takes more than engineers and astronauts it takes operational excellence trust and world-class executive support.

Were seeking an experienced mission-driven Executive Assistant who thrives in complexity anticipates whats needed before its asked and moves with discretion urgency and precision. Whether or not you come from aerospace if youre a top-tier EA who feels called to be part of something bigger this is your launchpad.

Why This Role Matters

This is not your typical administrative position. As Executive Assistant supporting the VP of TeraWave Operations youll be embedded at the heart of groundbreaking aerospace innovation coordinating across engineering manufacturing testing and operations teams to drive forward the development of reusable booster technology. Youll help manage the complex ecosystem behind Blue Origins vision for sustainable access to space.

Your organizational expertise will enable critical decisions that shape the future of our reusable rocket program. From strategic planning sessions to technical reviews youll ensure our leadership remains focused informed and supported through every phase of booster development. Your impact will ripple across every mission milestone as we revolutionize space transportation with technology that returns from the edge of space to fly again.

This role will report on site in Cupertino CA.

What Youll Do

In this role youll become an extension of our leadership team trusted with sensitive information complex logistics and mission-critical communication. Your responsibilities will include:

Executive Partnership

• Serve as a thought partner and operational right hand to a senior executive with distinct but interconnected priorities
• Maintain situational awareness anticipating needs and proactively managing shifting demands
• Build trusted relationships across internal teams and external partners
• Develop effective systems for triaging requests information flow and resource allocation

Calendar & Scheduling Excellence

• Manage complex high-volume calendars across time zones
• Coordinate internal and external meetings with precision optimizing for priority flow and flexibility
• Act as gatekeeper and gateway balancing access with focus time

Travel & Logistics

• Coordinate detailed domestic and international travel: flights accommodations ground transportation meeting prep and contingency planning
• Manage pre-travel briefing materials and ensure executives are always one step ahead
• Submit timely accurate expense reports aligned with internal policy

Communication & Confidentiality

• Draft edit and manage correspondence on behalf of senior leaders maintaining tone clarity and context
• Act as a liaison across departments and with internal and external partners managing sensitive communications with discretion
• Handle confidential information and decisions with integrity and tact

Strategic Projects & Priorities

• Drive special projects from ideation to execution (e.g. hiring efforts onboarding programs team offsites executive reporting)
• Help translate big-picture priorities into actionable steps and ensure follow-through
• Improve and evolve internal workflows templates and processes

Event Planning & Team Engagement

• Plan and execute key internal events including team offsites technical milestone celebrations executive reviews and all-hands meetings
• Coordinate logistics communications guest management and post-event follow-up
• Develop and lead team morale initiatives from recognition programs and surprise appreciation moments to inclusive team-building events
• Partner with People/HR and site leadership to foster a culture of collaboration inclusion and mission-alignment
• Track event budgets success metrics and feedback to continually improve future experiences

What You Bring

• Were looking for a strong mix of experience poise and mission alignment:
• 5 years supporting senior executives in fast-paced high-accountability environments (startups aerospace tech VC-backed firms or similar)
• Demonstrated success operating with executive-level discretion trust and emotional intelligence
• Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook Word Excel PowerPoint); familiarity with Visio and Acrobat
• Proficiency with AI productivity tools (Claude ChatGPT or similar generative AI platforms) to enhance executive support capabilities
• Experience using AI tools for drafting communications summarizing information research and workflow optimization
• Strong communication skills: written verbal and contextual
• Self-starter with strong prioritization skills and the ability to stay grounded under pressure
• Ability to adapt to flexible hours and travel schedules with the ability to travel as needed
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card) required

Bonus Points For

• Experience supporting executives in aerospace engineering manufacturing or regulated industries
• Operational experience in environments with safety compliance or technical documentation
• Comfort navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities
• Advanced skills in leveraging AI tools to streamline executive workflows and communications
• Experience supporting multiple executives with different working styles and focus areas

Base Pay 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

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.

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