Principal Recruiting Program Manager

Blue Origin•Southgate, WA

About The Position

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. Blue Origin is assembling the leadership team that will enable humanity's future in space. As a founding member of our Talent Acquisition Program Manager Team, you'll play a critical role in this vision by leading complex, enterprise-wide initiatives that directly impact our most ambitious space programs. You will establish governance frameworks, drive process excellence across multiple business units, and serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while articulating clear program vision and implementing data-driven talent strategies. This role demands exceptional leadership skills to coordinate cross-functional teams globally, strategic thinking to align talent programs with Blue Origin's mission, and the ability to influence at the executive level—positioning Blue Origin as the premier destination for aerospace talent and advancing humanity's journey to space. Strategic Leadership & Executive Partnership Serve as trusted advisor to senior leadership, shaping talent acquisition strategy across global operations Translate complex metrics and industry insights into compelling narratives that influence executive decisions Co-create organizational talent strategies aligned with Blue Origin's mission-critical objectives Identify emerging talent trends and technologies to create competitive advantage Quantify business impact of talent programs with clear ROI frameworks Orchestrate consensus among global stakeholders to secure executive sponsorship for enterprise-critical initiatives Program Excellence & Governance Design global enterprise-wide governance frameworks that systematically identify risks and enhance program execution Spearhead high-visibility programs with company-wide impact, managing interdependencies across international functions Optimize resource allocation across competing priorities with data-driven decision making Establish program management centers of excellence while developing future talent Lead organizational capability building in process excellence methodologies Coordinate cross-functional teams across geographic boundaries to drive cohesive program implementation Transformation & Innovation Architect innovative approaches to fundamentally reshape talent acquisition on a global scale Pioneer advanced analytics and predictive modeling to drive strategic talent decisions Design industry-leading TA programs establishing Blue Origin as an employer of choice Lead change management at enterprise scale, driving adoption of new methodologies across international teams Challenge conventional thinking to create breakthrough talent acquisition approaches Strategic Workforce Development Develop strategic global workforce plans anticipating future talent needs and creating sustainable pipelines Institute analytics frameworks connecting talent acquisition metrics to business outcomes Build partnerships across business units and geographic regions ensuring talent programs address organizational needs Drive cross-functional collaboration to create integrated talent solutions that span the enterprise

Requirements

10+ years leading enterprise-scale programs with measurable organizational impact
Demonstrated success delivering complex initiatives transforming talent acquisition
Proven ability to partner with C-suite and influence organizational direction
Experience leading enterprise-wide change management initiatives across global teams
Deep expertise in strategic resource planning and program optimization
Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent work experience

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field
Senior-level program management certification (PgMP, PMP, or equivalent)
Experience leading talent transformation in high-growth, technology organizations
Demonstrated thought leadership through speaking engagements or publications
Exceptional data literacy with ability to derive insights from complex datasets
Experience integrating emerging technologies into talent acquisition
Track record of successfully leading cross-functional teams across international boundaries

Responsibilities

Serve as trusted advisor to senior leadership, shaping talent acquisition strategy across global operations
Translate complex metrics and industry insights into compelling narratives that influence executive decisions
Co-create organizational talent strategies aligned with Blue Origin's mission-critical objectives
Identify emerging talent trends and technologies to create competitive advantage
Quantify business impact of talent programs with clear ROI frameworks
Orchestrate consensus among global stakeholders to secure executive sponsorship for enterprise-critical initiatives
Design global enterprise-wide governance frameworks that systematically identify risks and enhance program execution
Spearhead high-visibility programs with company-wide impact, managing interdependencies across international functions
Optimize resource allocation across competing priorities with data-driven decision making
Establish program management centers of excellence while developing future talent
Lead organizational capability building in process excellence methodologies
Coordinate cross-functional teams across geographic boundaries to drive cohesive program implementation
Architect innovative approaches to fundamentally reshape talent acquisition on a global scale
Pioneer advanced analytics and predictive modeling to drive strategic talent decisions
Design industry-leading TA programs establishing Blue Origin as an employer of choice
Lead change management at enterprise scale, driving adoption of new methodologies across international teams
Challenge conventional thinking to create breakthrough talent acquisition approaches
Develop strategic global workforce plans anticipating future talent needs and creating sustainable pipelines
Institute analytics frameworks connecting talent acquisition metrics to business outcomes
Build partnerships across business units and geographic regions ensuring talent programs address organizational needs
Drive cross-functional collaboration to create integrated talent solutions that span the enterprise

Benefits

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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

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