Blue Origin
Aerospace
Sr.TechnicalAerospaceRecruiter
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“Sr. Technical Aerospace Recruiter at Blue Origin. Skills: technical recruitment, ASIC design, semiconductor technology. Create and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to identify, engage, and hire top technical talent specializing in ASIC architecture, design, verification, and related semiconductor technologies. Conduct proactive market mapping and benchmarking to stay ahead of talent trends in the ASIC and semiconductor industry”
What You'll Achieve.
Create and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to identify, engage, and hire top technical talent; Cultivate a pipeline of high-caliber candidates for critical technical roles; Develop and implement comprehensive technical recruiting strategies aligned with TeraWave's ASIC program objectives; Deliver quarterly talent intelligence briefings that inform leadership decisions; Present comprehensive candidate reports and recommendations to senior leadership; Align talent acquisition efforts with company goals; Lead initiatives to continuously enhance the technical recruitment process for efficiency and effectiveness; Create and maintain metrics and reports to track the success and impact of technical talent recruiting efforts
Industry & Context.
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., 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
10+ years of experience in full lifecycle technical recruitment, with a successful track record of placing candidates in highly specialized ASIC and semiconductor roles, Demonstrated experience recruiting for ASIC design, semiconductor technology, or related technical fields, Deep expertise in technical recruitment methodologies, sophisticated assessment tools, and recruitment technologies, understanding of ASIC development processes and the talent market in this specialized field, Proven ability to cultivate relationships and build trust with highly specialized technical candidates and senior leaders, Experience implementing and optimizing end-to-end recruitment processes, from initial candidate identification through successful onboarding
Nice to Have
Experience recruiting for complex SoC (System-on-Chip) or custom ASIC development programs, Knowledge of the technical skills and competencies required for digital design, analog design, verification, and physical design, Track record of successfully recruiting hard-to-find technical talent in competitive semiconductor markets, Experience using data-driven approaches to optimize recruitment strategies and outcomes
What You'll Do.
Create and implement comprehensive recruitment strategies to identify
and hire top technical talent specializing in ASIC architecture
and related semiconductor technologies
Conduct proactive market mapping and benchmarking to stay ahead of talent trends in the ASIC and semiconductor industry
Cultivate a pipeline of high-caliber candidates for critical technical roles across multiple ASIC development programs
Develop and implement comprehensive technical recruiting strategies aligned with TeraWave's ASIC program objectives
Serve as mentor to junior recruiters
delivering personalized guidance on recruiting best practices while collaborating on career development plans
Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the company's growth objectives and technical hiring needs in the ASIC domain
Deliver quarterly talent intelligence briefings that inform leadership decisions on organizational technical talent and emerging market trends impacting semiconductor technology talent availability
Conduct in-depth interviews and thorough assessments of technical candidates to evaluate qualifications
leadership capabilities
and cultural fit for ASIC development roles
Apply advanced assessment tools and techniques to evaluate specialized technical skills in digital design
and related disciplines
Present comprehensive candidate reports and recommendations to senior leadership
Serve as a trusted advisor to the ASIC Programs leadership team and hiring managers
providing thought leadership on all aspects of the technical talent recruitment process
Develop a deep understanding of the semiconductor business strategy and organizational culture to align talent acquisition efforts with company goals
Offer strategic insights on market dynamics
and compensation trends in the ASIC industry
Manage the full recruitment lifecycle from initial sourcing through offer acceptance and onboarding
Build and maintain long-term relationships with potential technical candidates
ensuring a positive and engaging recruiting experience
Lead strategic interactions including executive meetings
and technical discussions that authentically showcase TeraWave's mission and culture
Lead initiatives to continuously enhance the technical recruitment process for efficiency and effectiveness
Create and maintain metrics and reports to track the success and impact of technical talent recruiting efforts
Stay current on semiconductor industry trends
emerging recruitment technologies
and best practices in technical talent acquisition
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations; Serve as mentor to junior recruiters, delivering personalized guidance on recruiting best practices while collaborating on career development plans; Collaborate with senior leadership to understand the company's growth objectives and technical hiring needs in the ASIC domain; Serve as a trusted advisor to the ASIC Programs leadership team and hiring managers; Lead strategic interactions including executive meetings, site visits, and technical discussions
Process & Methodology
managing high-stakes searches with precision and discretion
Full Job Description
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 Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations. Blue Origin's TeraWave Business Unit is pushing the boundaries of semiconductor innovation through our advanced ASIC technologies, and the Sr. Technical Aerospace Recruiter plays a critical role in bringing this vision to life. As a strategic talent advisor and recruiting expert, you will identify, attract, secure, and onboard exceptional technical leaders and key individual contributors supporting our cutting-edge ASIC development programs. This is not transactional recruiting; it's strategic talent acquisition requiring deep market intelligence in semiconductor technologies, sophisticated technical assessment capabilities, and the ability to influence technical leader level decision-making. As a senior member of Blue Origin's talent acquisition team, you will establish the end-to-end recruitment standards, methodologies, and best practices that define excellence in technical talent acquisition for a pioneering semiconductor technology company. You'll serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership, providing market insights and talent strategy while managing high-stakes searches with precision and discretion. The ideal candidate brings extensive full lifecycle recruitment experience specifically in ASIC or semiconductor technology, exceptional judgment in assessing technical talent, and the strategic acumen to position TeraWave as the premier destination for industry-leading professionals wh
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