How to apply to Blue Origin

Who can apply

• Export control: applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, a U.S. permanent resident (a current green card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Every posting says so.
• Background check: Blue Origin's standard background check is required for all positions; a Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) check is added for a role that has to be on a military installation, and drug testing and a DOT physical for drivers of commercial motor vehicles.

Step by step

1. 1

   Find the role on Blue Origin's careers site

   Blue Origin posts its openings on its own careers site, and accepts applications for a posting on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

2. 2

   Apply even without every desired qualification

   Each posting's culture statement asks people who are excited about the role to apply even if their past experience does not match every desired qualification: they may be right for that role or another.

3. 3

   Check the pay range for your state

   Postings state a base pay range for applicants in several states, such as Washington, California, Colorado and Virginia, and the ranges can differ by state.

4. 4

   Pass the background check

   A selected candidate goes through Blue Origin's standard background check, and the further checks a role needs (DBIDS for work on a military installation, drug testing and a DOT physical for commercial drivers).

Tips to get hired

• The benefits each posting lists: medical, dental and vision cover, life and disability insurance, paid parental leave, a 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, an Education Support Program, stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours a week, up to four weeks of paid time off and up to 14 company-paid holidays.