Technical Recruiter (Fixed Term)

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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 is a 6-month, fixed-term contract position with benefits. Multiple positions available across various business units and locations.

As a Talent Acquisition professional, you'll advise and partner with hiring managers and business leaders to source, screen and hire the best and the brightest to design, test, manufacture and launch reusable spaceflight systems.

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!

Please note: This is a pooling requisition for current and anticipated openings across multiple Talent Acquisition teams. Candidates will be matched to the right roles as needs are identified.

Responsibilities:

• Own and manage the full cycle recruiting process across highly technical engineering roles, from application to onboarding.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and strategic talent advisor, owning job posting and advertising, and candidate assessments.
• Develop and implement sourcing plans to create deep talent pipelines using diverse channels and networks.
• Build relationships with prospects turn them qualified candidates and provide robust candidate experience.
• Mentor and collaborate with other members of the Talent Acquisition Team, championing best practices and continuous improvement.
• Facilitate job scoping discussions, weekly tag-ups, and candidate debrief meetings. Prepare recruiting status reports and lead update meetings on active searches with key stakeholders.
• Be curious, gain and maintain deep understanding of technical requirements for current and upcoming job openings.
• Stay current on industry benchmarks, trends, and best practices in talent acquisition and space industry recruitment.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent in years of relevant recruiting experience
• 2-5+ years of full cycle in-house recruiting experience with a proven record of hiring for engineering roles.
• Demonstrated success recruiting engineering talent in disciplines such as Fluids systems, Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical and Structural engineering.
• Deep recruiting or technical knowledge in one or more of the following industries: Aerospace, Defense, Manufacturing, Space(including commercial startups), Robotics/Automation, Advanced Materials, Satellite/Communication, Nuclear Power or Technology (focused on hardware/software engineering, embedded systems, and mission critical applications).
• Proficiency with Workday applicant tracking system is required
• Outstanding communication skills; stakeholder management, and organizational skills; track record of influencing hiring decisions.
• Proven ability to proactively source and engage candidates using a variety of platforms and cutting edge methods.
• Proficiency with utilizing data analytics to drive recruitment strategies and outcomes (familiarity with Tableau is a plus)
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• CIR, ACIR, or similar industry certifications
• Experience managing exempt and nonexempt requisitions

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

• 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 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.

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