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| Company: | Blue Origin, WA, FL, AL | ||
| Job Title: | JDHuntr - Principal Legal Counsel $230,773.00 - $323,081.85 (Apply by:8.9.2026) |
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| Job Category: | General Corporate / Commercial [ View All General Corporate Jobs ] | ||
| Job Reference: | 88729 | ||
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| This legal role serves as the primary advisor to a business unit while providing legal support for commercial transactions and construction projects across the organization. Responsibilities include delivering practical, business-focused legal guidance, managing legal risk, and partnering with cross-functional teams to support strategic initiatives and drive successful business outcomes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Principal Legal Counsel R69751 Location: Greater Seattle Area, WA; Space Coast, FL; Huntsville, AL Job Type: Full time Responsibilities: Serve as the primary legal advisor to the Advanced Engines business, building trusted relationships with program leaders, cross-functional stakeholders, and executive leadership. Provide counsel on a broad range of corporate, transactional, regulatory, and operational matters related to a new advanced hardware program at Blue Origin. Draft, review, and negotiate complex commercial agreements, including construction agreements, customer contracts, short- and long-term commercial supply agreements, and non-disclosure agreements (NDAs). Advise on construction and infrastructure matters, including contract strategy, dispute resolution, claim management, regulatory compliance, and risk mitigation. Counsel on intellectual property protection strategies and technology transfer matters relevant to the business. Coordinate with subject matter experts within the Legal and Compliance department and across the company on contract reviews, customer engagements, and major transactions. Support development of internal policies, legal frameworks, and playbooks for new and evolving business initiatives. Monitor and ensure ongoing compliance with contractual obligations and applicable regulatory requirements. Basic Qualifications: Juris Doctor (JD) from an accredited institution and membership in at least one U.S. state bar. 10+ years of proven experience in transactional, commercial, construction, or technology/product legal practice. Demonstrated experience drafting and negotiating complex commercial agreements, including customer contracts, construction agreements, short- and long-term commercial supply agreements, and NDAs. Experience working on large infrastructure or development projects, including representing OEMs on equipment supply contracts and offtake agreements. Experience with infrastructure project finance and/or project development. Familiarity with standard construction documentation, including American Institute of Architects (AIA) forms and engineering, procurement & construction (EPC) agreements. Experience leading complex, multi-party transactions and cross-functional legal initiatives. Preferred Qualifications: Experience supporting new business ventures, startup programs, or internal policy development. Familiarity with export control regulations, including International Traffic in Arms Regulations and the Export Administration Regulations. Ability to work efficiently and independently, manage competing priorities, and communicate clearly—verbally and in writing—to legal and non-legal audiences. Ability to react calmly and appropriately to situations and events that require a quick response or turnaround and take effective action without knowing the whole picture. Ability to provide sound, practical legal judgment in ambiguous situations and act decisively without complete information. Ability to earn trust and maintain productive work relationships at all levels of the organization. Master’s degree or other advanced degree in a relevant field (e.g., engineering, science or business). Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies, such as Six Sigma or Lean. 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, 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. 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. Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $230,773.00 - $323,081.85 Principal Legal Counsel $230,773.00 - $323,081.85 Blue Origin 88729 |
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| Company: | Blue Origin | ||
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| Employment type: | Full Time | ||
| Salary: | $230,773.00 - $323,081.85 | ||
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| Degree: | JD | ||
| Experience (year): | Unspecified | ||
| Job Location: | Seattle , WA, FL, AL USA | ||
| Address: | Greater Seattle Area, WA; Space Coast, FL; Huntsville, AL | ||
| Post Date: | 08/07/2026 | ||
| More Details: | Click here to read more about this job. | ||
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