CAD Designer

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle is seeking an experienced designer to develop, maintain, and release engineering drawings and system designs. You will create 3D parametric models, 2D drawings, and MBD datasets, supporting mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines.

Required: 5+ years in aerospace or similar field, Creo Parametric, Windchill, and GD&T knowledge, plus strong communication skills. The role emphasizes safety, quality, and collaboration in a dynamic spaceflight environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace development or similar industry.
• Proficiency in Creo Parametric design and integration.
• Proficiency in drawing generation, checking, and release processes.
• Experience with Windchill.
• Proficiency in Model Based Definition (MBD).
• Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience selecting aerospace hardware, fasteners, bushings, washers.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and submit for release engineering drawings, systems designs, and engineering documentation per company standards using Creo Parametric 12 and Windchill PLM.
• Create and maintain 3D parametric models, 2D drawings, and MBD datasets; support engineering system design across mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines.
• Design and maintain component product definitions/data, including layouts, modify designs, and resolve modeling discrepancies; provide guidance on schedule and technical requirements to internal customers.

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!

Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-basedconnectivitywithTeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6Tbpsanywhere on Earth.This network will service tens of thousands of enterprise, data center, and government users who require reliable connectivity for critical operations.

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!

Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide.

You will develop, maintain, and submit for release engineering drawings, systems designs, and engineering documentation by applying company, industry, and governmental standards. Utilizing PTC Creo Parametric 12 and Windchill PLM. You will create and maintain 3D parametric models, 2D drawings, and Model-Based Definition (MBD) datasets. This role supports engineering system design across mechanical, structural and electrical disciplines.

In this role, you will design and maintain component product definitions/data, including preparing layouts, modifying existing designs, and resolving modeling discrepancies. Using Model Based Definition, you will build models and drawings while applying company and industry techniques to maintain engineering design data. You will also provide guidance on schedule and technical requirements to internal customers.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, communication skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Basic Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace development or similar industry
• Proficiency in design and integration using Creo Parametric
• Proficiency in drawing generation, checking, and release processes
• Experience in Windchill
• Proficiency in Model Based Definition
• Proficiency in standard fits, tolerance stacks, and GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience selecting standard aerospace hardware, fasteners, bushings, washers
• Experience working in a cross-functional team responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and developing the design to produce world-class engineered products
• Excellent attention to detail and task ownership, someone who demonstrates pride in all work and willingness to perform low-level tasks when needed
• Experience managing large CAD assemblies and associated drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• 8+ years or experience in aerospace development (launch vehicle or aircraft)

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07VA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07WA applicants is $39.34 - $55.07

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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.

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 Affliative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.