Senior Recruiting Program Manager- Process, Tech, Change Management

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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!

Blue Origin is assembling the leadership team that will enable humanitys future in space. As Sr. Program Manager (PM) Tech & Change Management you will design build and scale a net-new enterprise-wide technology and process optimization program that enables talent to be acquired seamlessly and efficiently across Blue Origins businesses and programs.

This role is responsible for end-to-end program ownershipfrom discovery and design through implementation governance and continuous optimization. You will partner closely with Talent Acquisition HRBPs Learning & Development IT/Systems teams business leaders and executives to define technology integration strategy establish standardized and scalable processes and deliver solutions that balance speed quality and operational excellence.

You will create and own the operating model for Talent Acquisition technology and process transformation including governance frameworks integration architecture change management playbooks and success metrics. By leveraging data-driven insights and industry best practices you will translate workforce strategy into executionensuring TA systems and processes are optimized to support Blue Origins most critical hiring missions today and in the future. By connecting program outcomes to measurable business impact and identifying strategic opportunities youll help position Blue Origin at the forefront of humanitys journey to space.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned program manager with deep expertise in technology integration change management and product managementsomeone who brings strategic vision technical fluency and the executive-level influence needed to drive transformational programs in a high-growth mission-driven environment.

Core Responsibilities:

Process Optimization & Operational Excellence

• Design implement and continuously optimize structured processes across Talent Acquisition to reduce friction eliminate redundancy and improve hiring outcomes at scale.
• Develop standardized methodologies workflows and operating procedures that improve efficiency and program effectiveness across all business units.
• Identify process gaps and bottlenecks through structured discovery; lead root cause analysis and drive sustainable scalable solutions.
• Establish clear governance frameworks including prioritization logic decision rights and escalation paths to support consistent repeatable execution.
• Leverage advanced analytical tools and data-driven insights to measure program health process performance and inform continuous improvement decisions.

Technology Integration & Product Management

• Serve as the program-level product owner for TA technology systems tools and platformsdriving the strategy roadmap and delivery of integrated technology solutions.
• Lead end-to-end integration efforts across HR and TA tech stacks (ATS HRIS CRM analytics platforms etc.) ensuring seamless data flow system interoperability and user adoption.
• Partner with IT vendors and internal stakeholders to define technical requirements manage integrations and oversee testing deployment and hypercare phases.
• Apply product management principlesincluding user story development backlog management sprint planning and release managementto deliver technology programs on time and within scope.
• Translate complex business requirements into scalable technical solutions balancing build vs. buy decisions and long-term system sustainability.
• Drive vendor management and partnership governance ensuring contractual obligations SLAs and delivery milestones are met.

Change Management & Transformation

• Champion and lead structured change management practices across all technology and process transformation initiatives ensuring adoption sustainability and measurable impact.
• Develop comprehensive change management strategies including stakeholder analysis impact assessments communication plans training programs and resistance management approaches.
• Partner with L&D and HR to build enablement resources that support successful transitions for TA teams HRBPs hiring managers and business leaders.
• Design and execute communication strategies that create clarity alignment and buy-in across all levels of the organization.
• Embed a continuous improvement mindset across teams by fostering a culture of feedback iteration and accountability.

Executive Partnership & Strategic Influence

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with executives and senior stakeholders influencing decisions and priorities across organizational boundaries.
• Communicate complex program status integration risks and transformation opportunities clearly and concisely to executive leadership.
• Navigate organizational dynamics to secure executive sponsorship cross-functional alignment and resource commitment for critical program initiatives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior TA and HR leadership on technology strategy process design and change readiness.

Program Management

• Lead medium to large-scale high-visibility programs independently managing comprehensive plans schedules budgets and interdependencies.
• Coordinate cross-functional teamsincluding TA HR IT Legal Finance and business stakeholderswhile making strategic trade-off decisions based on technical schedule and cost factors.
• Apply advanced program management methodologies (Agile Waterfall hybrid) and tools while mentoring junior team members and building program management capability.
• Establish and maintain program governance structures risk registers decision logs and reporting cadences that provide full visibility into program health.
• Develop strategic resource planning while advocating for appropriate staffing tooling and funding.

Strategic Vision & Business Impact

• Articulate a clear program vision that aligns with and advances broader company goals talent strategy and Blue Origins mission.
• Identify new strategic opportunities in technology process and integration that create measurable value and support organizational objectives.
• Connect program outcomes directly to business impacttranslating operational improvements into hiring velocity quality cost efficiency and candidate/recruiter experience metrics.
• Develop comprehensive metrics frameworks and reporting structures to track program success and strategic alignment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 7 years of experience leading large-scale complex programs with significant organizational and business impact.
• Demonstrated expertise intechnology integration including experience managing multi-system integrations across enterprise platforms (Workday HRIS ATS CRM or similar).
• Strongproduct managementexperience including ownership of product roadmaps backlog management and cross-functional delivery in an Agile or hybrid environment.
• Proven track record inchange managementdesigning and executing organizational change strategies that drive adoption and sustainable transformation.
• Demonstrated experience inprocess optimization including process mapping redesign and the implementation of scalable operational frameworks.
• Experience serving as a program or product manager to senior leaders with demonstrated ability to influence at the executive level.
• Experience with strategic resource planning and program portfolio management.
• Ability to cultivate relationships and build trust with Talent Acquisition Human Resources IT and business leadership teams.
• Bachelors degree and/or equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in Talent Acquisition or HR technology ecosystems (e.g. Workday).
• PMP PgMP SAFe or other senior-level program or product management certification.
• Prosci ADKAR or equivalent change management certification.
• Exceptional organizational analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize complex data into actionable insights.
• High level of discretion integrity and sensitivity to confidential business and personnel information.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in a fast-paced high-growth dynamic environment where ambiguity is the norm.
• Experience supporting or scaling TA programs within aerospace defense or other highly technical regulated industries.

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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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check

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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.

• 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.

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