Blue Origin LLC
Director, National Security Sales
Blue Origin LLC, Denver, Colorado, United States,
Director, National Security Sales
Locations: Seattle, WA; Huntsville, AL; Denver, CO; Space Coast, FL; Los Angeles, CATime Type: Full timePosted: 3 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R47694At 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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!As a valued member of an outstanding and highly skilled team, you will lead efforts to shape, pursue, and secure National Security Space (NSS) program partnerships and contracts, particularly with the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community, as well as NSS industry partners. This role entails direct and personal interaction with external customers, internal technical staff, and senior leadership, including Vice Presidents and C-suite executives.This position requires the flexibility for up to 40% travel and the capability to work on-site at any of our Blue Origin locations.We are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety, seeking someone who can apply their technical expertise, leadership acumen, and commitment to quality to make a significant impact on the safety and success of human spaceflight. Your contributions will play a pivotal role in the history of space exploration, necessitating dedication and meticulous attention to ensure safe and repeatable space missions.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead development and implementation of capture strategy and lead campaign teams for sales of Blue Origin products and services to U.S. Government (USG) acquisition programs, and creation of new opportunities, in coordination with company senior leadership across multiple business units.Lead development and writing of comprehensive proposals, responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), and other presentations to customers.Track USG programs of interest, including budget, Congressional actions, industry participation, and technical requirements.Assess competitor capabilities and offerings to understand the competitiveness of our market position and offerings, in conjunction with the Strategy and Corporate Development teams.Assist in developing Blue Origin positions on issues and communicating those positions to Congressional and USG agency offices.Engage with current and prospective Government and industry customers to build and maintain strong relationships.Collaborate with Blue Origin technical staff to translate complex technical matters into accessible information for broader audiences.Manage consultants as necessary to support various initiatives.Think creatively about how Blue Origin’s Vision connects to and supports national security objectives.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree, and at least one degree in a technical field.15+ years of proven experience on U.S. Government space-related activities and programs.Excellent communicator, both oral and written, and demonstrated success communicating with technical and non-technical audiences, from peer to executive levels.Able to represent Blue Origin at conferences, customer meetings, and other fora.Government contracting experience, including knowledge of contract management, source selection processes, and proposal evaluations.Experience developing and implementing capture management strategies for U.S. Government programs.Excellent organizational skills for tracking customers, compiling proposals, and meeting deadlines.Extraordinarily high judgment, energy, creativity, standards for yourself and others.Must be able to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to our inclusive culture.Active, or ability to acquire/renew Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph.Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Preferred Qualifications:Applicants with Master's Degree preferred.Active or inactive ( Experience with program cost estimation and budgeting.Previous Federal Government employment or U.S. military service a plus.Compensation Range:CA applicants: $173,737.50-$243,232.50; CO applicants: $164,512.50-$230,317.50; WA applicants: $173,737.50-$243,232.50Other site ranges may differ.Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.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, diverse, and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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.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.California Applicant Privacy Notice:If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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Locations: Seattle, WA; Huntsville, AL; Denver, CO; Space Coast, FL; Los Angeles, CATime Type: Full timePosted: 3 Days AgoJob Requisition ID: R47694At 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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!As a valued member of an outstanding and highly skilled team, you will lead efforts to shape, pursue, and secure National Security Space (NSS) program partnerships and contracts, particularly with the Department of Defense and Intelligence Community, as well as NSS industry partners. This role entails direct and personal interaction with external customers, internal technical staff, and senior leadership, including Vice Presidents and C-suite executives.This position requires the flexibility for up to 40% travel and the capability to work on-site at any of our Blue Origin locations.We are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety, seeking someone who can apply their technical expertise, leadership acumen, and commitment to quality to make a significant impact on the safety and success of human spaceflight. Your contributions will play a pivotal role in the history of space exploration, necessitating dedication and meticulous attention to ensure safe and repeatable space missions.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead development and implementation of capture strategy and lead campaign teams for sales of Blue Origin products and services to U.S. Government (USG) acquisition programs, and creation of new opportunities, in coordination with company senior leadership across multiple business units.Lead development and writing of comprehensive proposals, responses to Requests for Information (RFIs), and other presentations to customers.Track USG programs of interest, including budget, Congressional actions, industry participation, and technical requirements.Assess competitor capabilities and offerings to understand the competitiveness of our market position and offerings, in conjunction with the Strategy and Corporate Development teams.Assist in developing Blue Origin positions on issues and communicating those positions to Congressional and USG agency offices.Engage with current and prospective Government and industry customers to build and maintain strong relationships.Collaborate with Blue Origin technical staff to translate complex technical matters into accessible information for broader audiences.Manage consultants as necessary to support various initiatives.Think creatively about how Blue Origin’s Vision connects to and supports national security objectives.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s Degree, and at least one degree in a technical field.15+ years of proven experience on U.S. Government space-related activities and programs.Excellent communicator, both oral and written, and demonstrated success communicating with technical and non-technical audiences, from peer to executive levels.Able to represent Blue Origin at conferences, customer meetings, and other fora.Government contracting experience, including knowledge of contract management, source selection processes, and proposal evaluations.Experience developing and implementing capture management strategies for U.S. Government programs.Excellent organizational skills for tracking customers, compiling proposals, and meeting deadlines.Extraordinarily high judgment, energy, creativity, standards for yourself and others.Must be able to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to our inclusive culture.Active, or ability to acquire/renew Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph.Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Preferred Qualifications:Applicants with Master's Degree preferred.Active or inactive ( Experience with program cost estimation and budgeting.Previous Federal Government employment or U.S. military service a plus.Compensation Range:CA applicants: $173,737.50-$243,232.50; CO applicants: $164,512.50-$230,317.50; WA applicants: $173,737.50-$243,232.50Other site ranges may differ.Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.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, diverse, and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people based on their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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.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.California Applicant Privacy Notice:If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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