Senior Day-of-Launch Systems Engineer | Space Readiness

BLUE ORIGIN; Quinte West; On-site; CAD 190,000 - 266,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Travel up to 25%

TS/SCI clearance

Job summary

Blue Origin is actively seeking a Senior Day of Launch Systems Engineer to own all day-of-launch activities for the Blue Ring spacecraft. You will serve as the primary integrator among the spacecraft team, launch vehicle provider, Space Launch Delta 45, and Space Force Mission Assurance, ensuring alignment and precise countdown execution under NSSL standards.

The role requires leading mission rehearsals, coordinating anomaly responses in real time, and writing launch scripts for console

Qualifications

• Must have B.S. or equivalent in a technical field such as Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or CS.
• Clear ability to lead mission rehearsals and coordinate launch activities.
• TS/SCI clearance is required.
• Experience operating under DoL/NSSL standard processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of mission rehearsals (ICEs, dress rehearsals, tabletop exercises).
• Develop standalone technical products and coordinate with mission teams for integrated outputs.
• Interface with Space Vehicle Contractor, Processing facility, SLD 45, Launch Vehicle, and Space Force teams.
• Coordinate launch-site control rooms, seating, resources, and timelines.
• Write and maintain launch scripts for all console personnel.
• Manage the launch countdown sequence with the spacecraft team and provider.
• Oversee voice, data, timing, and video requirements for Day-of-Launch personnel.
• Lead RAT for all missions and develop contingency green cards.
• Prepare SV team for day-of-launch per NSSL standards.
• Coordinate launch contingency responses and recovery planning.

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical/CS or related

M.S. in a relevant technical field

Systems engineering principles

Strong verbal/written communication

Job description

Blue Origin is actively seeking a Senior Day of Launch Systems Engineer to own all day-of-launch activities for the Blue Ring spacecraft. You will serve as the primary integrator among the spacecraft team, launch vehicle provider, Space Launch Delta 45, and Space Force Mission Assurance, ensuring alignment and precise countdown execution under NSSL standards.

The role requires leading mission rehearsals, coordinating anomaly responses in real time, and writing launch scripts for console