Director of Executive Communications

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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're 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!

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

• Partner closely with the CEO and senior executives to define communication priorities, messaging platforms, and long-term narrative strategies.
• Serve as a trusted counselor and thought partner to executive leaders on communication style, tone, and engagement approaches.
• Ensure alignment and consistency of messaging across internal and external channels.

• Own the development of high-quality speeches, remarks, scripts, presentations, talking points, op-eds, and other executive-level communications.
• Lead creation of content for major milestones, company announcements, industry events, and strategic initiatives.
• Translate complex technical information into clear, compelling messaging for various audiences.

• Shape the voice of leadership in employee communications, including town halls, internal videos, organizational updates, and culture messaging.
• Collaborate with HR, leadership, and comms partners to drive clarity and transparency around priorities, goals, and change initiatives.

• Partner with Government Relations, Media Relations, and Marketing to support external executive engagements, interviews, and thought leadership opportunities.
• Help prepare executives for media appearances, conferences, and high-stakes public events through briefing materials, coaching, and message development.
• Identify and manage opportunities to amplify Blue Origin's leadership voice across industry platforms.

• Build strong relationships with leaders across business units, engineering, operations, and strategic functions to ensure communications reflect company priorities.
• Partner with design, brand, and multimedia teams to develop compelling visual and storytelling assets.
• Maintain a close understanding of key programs, milestones, and narratives across the enterprise.

• Support executive messaging during sensitive, high-visibility moments and issues management scenarios.
• Ensure fast, accurate, and strategic communication support in time-critical situations.

• 15+ years of experience in executive communications, corporate communications, public affairs, or related fields.
• Exceptional writing, storytelling, and editing skills with a proven ability to craft persuasive, crisp, executive-level content.
• Experience supporting C-suite or senior leaders in a complex, high-growth, or technical environment.
• Ability to translate technical and aerospace concepts into accessible narratives for varied audiences.
• Strong strategic thinking, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Communications, Journalism, Public Relations, or related field.

• Experience with in aerospace, technology, engineering, or advanced manufacturing industries preferred but not required.
• Background in issues management, media relations, or public affairs.
• Familiarity working in a high-intensity, mission-driven organization.

• Exceptional emotional intelligence and ability to build trust with senior leaders.
• Comfort operating under pressure with high visibility and sensitive subject matter.
• Creative storytelling mindset paired with disciplined execution.
• Collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills.

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $ - $

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