Principal Employee Relations Specialist

Principal Employee Relations Specialist

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.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

As a Principal Employee Relations Specialist, you will be instrumental in cultivating a workplace culture defined by fairness, compliance, and unwavering integrity. Your role will involve spearheading complex, high-profile employee relations matters, ensuring consistent and equitable resolutions that seamlessly align with our policies, values, and legal obligations. You'll be at the forefront of developing and implementing HR programs and processes that significantly enhance the employee experience and bolster leadership capabilities across the organization.

Your deep expertise in employee relations, investigations, and emerging workplace trends will position you as a trusted advisor, providing strategic guidance to leadership and shaping key HR initiatives that drive positive employee experiences. This pivotal role will work in close collaboration with HR COES to elevate and refine the overall employee journey.

In this position, you'll directly support and influence executive leaders and employees throughout the organization, demanding an exceptional level of discretion, analytical acumen, and the ability to navigate sensitive situations with utmost professionalism and confidence.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Spearhead complex employee relations matters, including executive-level investigations, while influencing recommendations on workplace culture and risk mitigation.
• Ensure equitable application of policies and laws, collaborating cross-functionally to refine processes and drive proactive employee relations strategies.
• Leverage data-driven insights from workplace trends to inform and enhance HR and business strategies.
• Lead enterprise-wide employee relations initiatives, encompassing training programs, policy updates, and culture improvements, while implementing effective change management strategies.
• Foster a culture of trust and accountability by equipping leaders with tools and guidance for effective employee relations management.
• Partner with internal customers and external vendors to elevate HR program delivery and maintain best-in-class employee relations practices.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in employee relations, HR, or a related field, with a strong focus on executive-level case management and complex workplace matters.
• Deep understanding of employment laws, compliance requirements, and investigative standard methodologies.
• Proven ability to conduct objective, fair, and thorough investigations while maintaining confidentiality and professionalism.
• Experience advising and influencing senior leadership on employee relations matters and risk mitigation plans.
• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills, with a data-driven approach to employee relations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels of the organization.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and professionalism in handling sensitive workplace matters.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in aerospace, technology, manufacturing, or other highly regulated industries.
• HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) or legal background in employment law.
• Experience in process improvement and/or project management

Culture Statement

Don't 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 you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't 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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's 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
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• 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.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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 workforce. 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.

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