CAD Designer III - New Glenn

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 53,726 - 75,768; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, FL is seeking a structural design engineer to support the New Glenn program. You will design, modify, and integrate structural components, build CAD models, and produce drawings that meet aerospace standards.

Coordinate fabrication, installation, and commissioning; manage large CAD assemblies; and advise on schedules and technical requirements. Requires 5+ years in aerospace, Creo Parametric and Windchill experience, and strong attention to detail.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in aerospace development or a related industry.
• Proficiency with Creo Parametric for design and integration.
• Experience with Windchill drawing release processes.
• Strong GD&T knowledge (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience selecting aerospace hardware (fasteners, bushings, washers).
• Experience leading cross-functional teams in material selection, manufacturing processes, and design development.

Responsibilities

• Design and maintain structural product definitions; prepare layouts and drawings, modify existing designs, and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate fabrication, installation, and commissioning of new or modified systems at Blue Origin sites.
• Build models and drawings of designs.
• Provide guidance on schedule and technical requirements to internal customers.
• Apply company and industry techniques to plan, lay out, and maintain engineering data (detail, assembly and installation drawings or datasets).

Skills

Aerospace experience

Cross-functional collaboration

CAD management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Project scheduling

Tools

Creo Parametric

Windchill

Job description

Overview

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle designed for human spaceflight. The position involves design, manufacturing, and integration activities within a safety‑focused culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform design and maintenance of structural product definition, including preparing layouts and drawings, modifying existing designs, and resolving discrepancies.
• Coordinate fabrication, installation, and commissioning of new or modified systems at any Blue Origin site.
• Build models and drawings of designs.
• Provide guidance on schedule and technical requirements to internal customers.
• Apply company and industry techniques to plan, lay‑out, and maintain engineering data (detail, assembly and installation drawings or datasets).

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace development or a similar industry.
• Proficiency in design and integration using Creo Parametric.
• Proficiency in drawing generation, checking, and release processes.
• Experience with Windchill.
• 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 design to produce world‑class engineered products.
• Excellent attention to detail and task ownership, with 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 of experience in aerospace development (launch vehicle or aircraft).

Compensation

Base pay range for Washington applicants is $39.34–$55.07 per hour.

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 regular employees (working at least 20 hours per week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Potential bonuses and additional benefits based on role type, job level, and company discretion.

Legal Requirements

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, nationals, permanent residents, refugees, or asylum seekers. All positions require Blue’s Standard Background Check. Certain roles may require additional checks such as DBIDS or commercial driver licensing.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer committed to a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants, regardless of protected class status, are considered for employment.