Blue Origin

Senior Compensation Specialist

Blue Origin$123K — $188K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree and 7+ years' experience in Compensation, Human Resources, or Finance
  • Expertise in compensation program design and implementation
  • Ability to create employee-centric rewards programs within financial constraints
  • Knowledge of compensation laws and regulations
  • Advanced analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and HRIS systems
  • Strong consultative skills with stakeholders
  • Excellent relationship-building abilities

Responsibilities

  • Design and implement compensation frameworks to attract exceptional talent
  • Provide market insights and strategy to senior leadership
  • Establish compensation standards and incentive structures
  • Ensure compensation programs align with company mission and values
  • Use data analysis to support decision-making
  • Consult with business leaders to tailor compensation solutions
  • Influence executive-level decisions regarding compensation

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability
  • 401(k) with up to 5% company match
  • Paid Time Off of up to four weeks plus 14 company-paid holidays
  • Education Support Program
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role is part of Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations.

Blue Origin is assembling the leadership team that will enable humanity's future in space, and the Senior Compensation Specialist plays a pivotal role in making that vision reality. As a strategic advisor and compensation expert, you will design, implement, and evolve the reward frameworks that attract and retain the exceptional talent necessary to pioneer our ambitious space exploration initiatives. This is not routine HR administration; it's strategic compensation architecture that requires deep industry intelligence, sophisticated market analysis capabilities, and the ability to influence executive-level decision-making.

As a key member of Blue Origin's human capital leadership, you will help establish the compensation standards, methodologies, and incentive structures that define excellence in talent retention for a pioneering aerospace company. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing market insights and compensation strategy while ensuring all programs align with Blue Origin's mission and values. The ideal candidate brings extensive compensation design experience, exceptional analytical judgment, and the strategic acumen to position Blue Origin as the premier destination for industry-leading professionals who want to shape the future of space exploration through innovative and competitive reward 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!

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's Degree and 7+ years' experience in Compensation, Human Resources, or Finance or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Expertise in compensation principles, program design, communication, and implementation
  • Ability to build employee-centric rewards programs while balancing business goals and financial boundaries
  • Knowledge of all federal, state, and local regulations and compliance requirements related to employee compensation
  • Deep analytical skills with the ability to use data to influence decision-making
  • Advanced skills in applications and systems including but not limited to Excel, HRIS systems (workflow and backend testing), survey data tools, and reporting and visualization tools
  • Consultative in approach with the business and key stakeholders
  • Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships


Preferred Qualifications:
  • Proficiency in functionality development, testing, and utilization of HR Information Systems including Workday and Payfactors (survey and market data)
  • Proficiency in process documentation and improvement tools such as Lean or Six Sigma, process flow charts (Visio), desk procedures, and navigation guides.
  • WorldatWork Certified Compensation Professional (CCP) certification, and/or SHRM or HRCI certification
  • Strong leadership and program/project management skills
  • Balanced abilities to be both strategic and hands-on operational
  • Excellent time management skills and ability to plan and set priorities
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and a strong communicator, both verbally and written
  • Ability to work at all levels of the organization


Base Pay Range for:
CA applicants is $134,434.00 - $188,207.25CO applicants is $123,611.00 - $173,054.70WA applicants is $134,434.00 - $188,207.25

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.

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.
  • 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.


About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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Size
3,000 employees
Industry
Founded
2000

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