Chief Engineer, Spaceflight Systems

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 254,000 - 355,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a seasoned mechanical/aerospace engineering leader to guide the GS1 Aft Module team on the New Glenn program. You will direct development, analysis, and qualification of reusable launch vehicle systems, while coordinating with design, manufacturing, and supply-chain functions to ensure safety and high quality.

The role requires substantial experience in pressurized fluid systems, CAD, FEA, and aerospace production, with a focus on delivering flight-ready hardware and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent.
• Proven leadership and team management experience.
• Strong background in mechanical systems design and analysis.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and guidance to the GS1 Aft Module team.
• Lead development of internal processes to accelerate flight hardware development.
• Collaborate with design, analysis, manufacturing, quality, and integration engineers.
• Coordinate drawings and P&ID schematics against program requirements.
• Manage external suppliers, budgets, and performance evaluations.
• Oversee qualification, acceptance testing, and certification of aerospace structures.

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a seasoned mechanical/aerospace engineering leader to guide the GS1 Aft Module team on the New Glenn program. You will direct development, analysis, and qualification of reusable launch vehicle systems, while coordinating with design, manufacturing, and supply-chain functions to ensure safety and high quality.

The role requires substantial experience in pressurized fluid systems, CAD, FEA, and aerospace production, with a focus on delivering flight-ready hardware and