Aerospace Systems Engineer I - Early Career (2026 Starts)

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 90,934 - 138,880; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an Aerospace Systems Engineer to design and engineer systems infrastructures vital to space exploration. This role includes system implementation, integration, and technical support across various engineering teams.

Qualifications include a B.S. in engineering and experience in aerospace systems engineering. The position offers competitive compensation and diverse benefits including stock options and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or another technical field.
• Experience with aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering on complex systems.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer the overall systems infrastructure.
• Develop and manage interfaces through requirements and Interface Control Documents.
• Lead and present at major gated reviews.

Skills

Aerospace engineering

System integration

Technical communication

Teamwork

Education

B.S. degree in engineering

Tools

Systems engineering modeling tools

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Overview

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We are 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!

We are collaborators, doers, and problem‑solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

Multiple positions are available across Business Units. You will be matched with an appropriate engineering team based on your skill set, experience, and current business needs.

Timeline

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Primary Locations

• Kent, WA
• Denver, CO
• Reston, VA
• Cape Canaveral, FL

Role Summary

As an Aerospace Systems Engineer, you will design and engineer the overall systems infrastructure, including engineering, implementation, integration, and technical services and support. You will design, implement, install, maintain, and administer infrastructures including hardware, software, and various configurations. You will work with others to establish and improve processes and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Based upon your desired career path, your projects may include many aspects of applied systems engineering including system definition, systems test, system integration, system safety, operations, and system verification of fluid, mechanical, propulsion, and electrical systems.
• Decompose internal customer requirements and requests into test system requirements specifications, including bi‑directional traceability.
• Develop and manage interfaces through requirements and Interface Control Documents (ICDs) and drawings.
• Lead and present at major gated reviews (SRR, PDR, CDR) on system overall technical readiness and status of Systems Engineering deliverables.
• Own the verification and validation planning, traceability, and completion through test plan creation and completion of Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs).

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or another technical field.
• Will have earned their degree within the last year and be able to start by Fall 2026.
• Experience with aerospace, mechanical, electrical, or systems engineering on complex systems.
• Breaking down complex problems into traceable tasks and concisely communicating project status.
• Relevant internship/co‑op and/or hands‑on experience that demonstrates development of both technical skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset.
• Self‑driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.

Desired Skills

• M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical subject area.
• Experience with requirements development/management tools such as Jama.
• Experience with systems engineering modeling tools, such as Rhapsody or Cameo.
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering.
• Experience with Flight Dynamics.
• Previous customer‑facing roles with experience presenting to and directly interacting with customers.

How to Prepare

We are solving challenging, new problems and we need people to represent a wide variety of perspectives. Experience in aerospace is not a requirement. We value broad academic and industry experiences such as Tech, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive, and more.

When you apply, include your internship, co‑curricular and research experience in your resume. Please also include the relevant programming languages you have used in these settings. If you haven't yet used a tool in a professional setting, please include relevant coursework that demonstrates your preparation for these roles.

Compensation Range

CO applicants: $90,934.00 - $127,307.25

WA applicants: $99,201.00 - $138,880.35

Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• 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.

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 (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

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.