Senior Compensation Specialist

BLUE ORIGIN

Senior Compensation Specialist at Blue Origin designing and evolving reward frameworks to attract and retain exceptional talent. Partnering with leadership to align compensation strategies with mission and values.

Posted 6/13/2026full-timeSpace Coast • Alabama, Arizona, Colorado, Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $134,434 - $188,207 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design, implement, and evolve the reward frameworks that attract and retain exceptional talent necessary to pioneer ambitious space exploration initiatives.
Serve as a strategic advisor and compensation expert, helping establish compensation standards, methodologies, and incentive structures.
Provide market insights and compensation strategy while ensuring all programs align with Blue Origin's mission and values.
Influence executive-level decision-making and collaborate with key stakeholders to develop employee-centric rewards programs.
Analyze compensation data and make recommendations based on industry intelligence to improve compensation strategies.

Requirements

What you’ll need

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

Benefits

Comp & perks

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%
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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

compensation principlesprogram designdata analysisemployee-centric rewards programsregulatory complianceHR Information Systemsfunctionality developmentprocess documentationLeanSix Sigma

Soft Skills

consultative approachtrust buildingleadershipprogram managementstrategic thinkingoperational skillstime managementprioritizationinterpersonal skillscommunication

Certifications

WorldatWork Certified Compensation Professional (CCP)SHRM certificationHRCI certification