Senior Administrative Assistant – Engines Advanced Programs

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will support the VP of Engines – Advanced Programs and the team located at our Renton office. We are seeking a proactive, service-oriented individual with excellent administrative and organizational skills who can thrive in a fast-paced environment. This position will impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight.

We’re seeking an experienced, mission-driven Senior Administrative Assistant who thrives in complexity, anticipates what’s needed before it’s asked, and moves with discretion, urgency, and precision. Whether or not you come from aerospace, if you’re a top-tier EA who feels called to be part of something bigger, this is your launchpad.

This role requires strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and the ability to work independently and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Executive Support - Work closely and effectively with senior management to keep them well informed of upcoming commitments and responsibilities, following up appropriately. Exercise sound judgment while maintaining a realistic balance among multiple priorities.

• Calendar Management - Manage the leader's calendar meticulously. Plan ahead carefully, coordinate meetings, and ensure the schedule remains current despite frequent changes. Book conference rooms as required across offices located in various time zones.

• Travel and Expense - Arrange travel plans for leadership in Navan, detailed itineraries, and meeting agendas. Process expense reports promptly and accurately using Concur. Business travel for this role may be required.

• Stakeholder Relations - Build strong relationships with vendor personnel. Demonstrate cultural awareness and time zone sensitivity in all communications.

• Reception and Visitor Management - Maintain a professional and welcoming demeanor when greeting guests. Manage visitor registration, badge issuance, and security protocols according to company standards. Verify all visitors while adhering to safety procedures.

• Offsites and Team Building Coordination – Assist in the preparation of your team’s itinerary, travel and events from concept to completion.

• Work closely with the Admin Community for leadership cross-functional items.

• Coordinate and assist with new hire onboarding process.

• Print badges and tool chits for employees and contractors.

• Maintain office centers/kitchen supplies.

• Project Management - Work independently on projects from conception to completion, including office workspace setup, conference room management, procurement, internal communications, event organization, and key customer meetings.

• Task Execution - Complete critical deliverables with precision and timeliness, prioritizing multiple tasks with excellent attention to detail. Handle competing demands proactively in a fast-paced environment.

• Problem Solving - Demonstrate proactive approaches to problem-solving with strong decision-making capabilities. Execute responsibilities with high attention to detail and flawless precision, especially under deadline pressure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• 5+ years of experience supporting senior level executives.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Strong oral and written communication skills, interpersonal skills, and high customer service capabilities and delivery.

• Demonstrated expertise in administrative support and problem-solving skills.

• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• 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

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.

• Familiarity with AI and similar tools to drive efficiency.

• Experience supporting executives in an aerospace environment.

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $40.46 - $56.64

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

• 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 subject 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. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.