People Experience Principal

Principal, People Experience Team Lead

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.

The Principal, People Experience Team Lead is a pivotal leadership role responsible for strengthening the performance, consistency, and scalability of Blue Origin's People Experience Team. This role serves as the primary point of escalation for HR Partners and functions as both a program manager and strategic connector across the broader People Experience ecosystemincluding Employee Relations, Labor Relations, and HR Centers of Excellence (COEs). While this position does not have direct reports, the principal will indirectly lead and influence the People Experience team by providing operational guidance, coaching, and strategic direction to HR Partners and peers. The ideal candidate is an experienced HR professional who thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments and excels at turning strategy into scalable programs that deliver measurable results.

Key Responsibilities :

• Serve as the primary escalation point for HR Partners and People Experience stakeholders, providing strategic guidance and resolution on complex issues that require cross-functional collaboration.
• Lead program management for key People Experience initiatives, overseeing planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-wide goals that enhance the PXT service delivery and the overall employee experience.
• Indirectly guide and influence the People Experience team by establishing clear expectations, promoting consistency, and ensuring alignment across policies, practices, and programs.
• Develop and scale mechanisms that strengthen operational excellence, standardization, and process efficiency across multiple sites and functions.
• Partner closely with HRBPs, ER / LR, and COE teams to align People Experience objectives with business priorities.
• Manage the coordination and tracking of organization-wide goals and operating cadences, ensuring accountability and timely execution.
• Use data and insights to identify trends, mitigate risk, and drive continuous improvement in service delivery and employee engagement.
• Serve as a culture ambassador for the People Experience team, modeling Blue Origin's leadership principles and fostering a high-trust, high-performance environment.

Basic Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

Compensation Range for : WA applicants is $152,484.00-$213,477.60. Other site ranges may differ.

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. 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 10,001 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 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. 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 submit 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation : Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and / or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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