Executive Assistant II

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! Be the Force Behind the Flight Our mission is bold: millions of people living and working in space. We believe that achieving this mission takes more than engineers and astronauts – it takes operational excellence, trust, and world-class executive support. What This Role Is This is not your typical administrative position. As Executive Assistant supporting the VP, CFO/Business Operations, you will be a key member of the Strategy, Finance, Business Operations (SFB) team within Blue Origin's Operations group. You will help connect the dots between various teams within Operations as well as Blue Finance. You will be a step or two ahead of the VP, CFO/Business Operations. Your organizational expertise will enable critical decisions that shape the future of Operations as we scale manufacturing at Blue. From strategic planning sessions to tactical meetings, you'll ensure our leadership remains focused, informed, and supported. Your impact will ripple across every team within Operations as we scale to achieve Blue's bold mission. What You’ll Do In this role, you’ll become an extension of our leadership team, trusted with sensitive information, complex logistics, and mission‑critical communication. Your responsibilities will include: Executive Partnership Serve as a thought partner and operational right hand to a senior executive with distinct but interconnected priorities Maintain situational awareness, anticipating needs and proactively managing shifting demands Build trusted relationships across internal teams and external partners Develop effective systems for triaging requests, information flow, and resource allocation Calendar & Scheduling Excellence Manage complex, high-volume calendars across time zones Coordinate internal and external meetings with precision, optimizing for priority, flow, and flexibility Act as gatekeeper and gateway – balancing access with focus time Travel & Logistics Coordinate detailed domestic and international travel: flights, accommodations, ground transportation, meeting prep, and contingency planning Manage pre-travel briefing materials and ensure executives are always one step ahead Submit timely, accurate expense reports aligned with internal policy Communication & Confidentiality Draft, edit, and manage correspondence on behalf of senior leaders – maintaining tone, clarity, and context Act as a liaison across departments and with internal and external partners, managing sensitive communications with discretion Handle confidential information and decisions with integrity and tact Strategic Projects & Priorities Drive special projects from ideation to execution (e.g., hiring efforts, onboarding programs, team offsites, executive reporting) Help translate big-picture priorities into actionable steps and ensure follow-through Improve and evolve internal workflows, templates, and processes Event Planning & Team Engagement Plan and execute key internal events including team offsites, executive reviews, and all-hands meetings Coordinate logistics, communications, guest management, and post-event follow-up Develop and lead team morale initiatives – from recognition programs and surprise appreciation moments to inclusive team-building events Track event budgets, success metrics, and feedback to continually improve future experiences What You Bring Strong mix of experience, poise, and mission alignment 5+ years supporting senior executives in fast-paced, high-accountability environments (startups, aerospace, tech, VC-backed firms, or similar) Demonstrated success operating with executive-level discretion, trust, and emotional intelligence Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); familiarity with Visio, and Acrobat Proficiency with AI productivity tools (Claude, ChatGPT, or similar generative AI platforms) to enhance executive support capabilities Experience using AI tools for drafting communications, summarizing information, research, and workflow optimization Strong communication skills: written, verbal, and contextual Self-starter with strong prioritization skills and the ability to stay grounded under pressure Ability to adapt to flexible hours and travel schedules with the ability to travel as needed U.S. citizenship or permanent residency (Green Card) required Bonus Points For Experience supporting executives in aerospace, engineering, manufacturing, or finance disciplines Comfort navigating ambiguity and evolving priorities Advanced skills in leveraging AI tools to streamline executive workflows and communications Experience supporting multiple executives with different working styles and focus areas Base Pay Range for WA applicants is $41.15 – $57.60 Benefits Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match up to 5%, and an Education Support Program Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week) 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. Background Check Background check required 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. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here. 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