EGSE Hardware Development Engineer - Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock options for regular employees

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, Florida, is seeking a qualified engineer to lead the development of Electrical Ground Support Equipment for lunar missions. The ideal candidate has a B.S. in relevant engineering fields and at least 5 years of experience, including knowledge of circuit assembly and electronic testing. This role offers an opportunity to impact space exploration positively and may require travel. Join a collaborative team dedicated to enhancing safe human spaceflight and advancing the vision of millions living and working in space.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of applicable experience in related field.
• Experience designing circuit card assemblies and test cable harnesses.
• Ability to lift and install cabling and electrical equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of racks and equipment from requirements to operation.
• Support EGSE procurement efforts.
• Collaborate with software engineers for hardware control integration.

Skills

Circuit card assembly design

Excellent communication skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

Experience with electronic test equipment

Education

B.S. in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science

M.S. in related field

Tools

Creo

Altium

AutoCAD Electrical

Rational DOORS

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’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!

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

We are a team of 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 towards 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.

As a part of a small, multi-functional team, you’ll help design, build, and commission Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) for the our support vehicle to our Mk2 Lunar lander which will land astronauts on the moon. In a fast‑paced, dynamic environment, you will develop hardware that supports vehicle integration, test, and launch operations to ensure multiple safe and successful lunar landings.

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

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of individual racks and other equipment from requirements definition to design, build, test, and operation
• Support EGSE procurement efforts
• Collaborate with software engineers to integrate hardware control and communication systems
• Work with vehicle subsystem engineers and electrical test engineers to understand EGSE needs

Qualifications

• B.S. in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related technical field
• 5+ years of applicable experience
• Experience designing circuit card assemblies, test cable harnesses, and equipment enclosures
• Ability to lift and install cabling, junction boxes, and other electrical equipment
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Experience with electronic test equipment (multi-meters, oscilloscopes, loads, network analyzers, BERT, DAQ, etc.)

Desired

• M.S. in electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, computer science, or related technical field
• 8+ years of applicable experience
• Experience with spacecraft, aircraft, or launch vehicle integration and test
• Experience with Rational DOORS and Rational Quality Manager
• Experience with Creo, Altium, AutoCAD Electrical, and/or Windchill PDM

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 (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

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 Affirmitive 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.