Flight Termination Systems Lead

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 157,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a technical leader to certify and qualify the Autonomous Flight Safety System (AFSS) and Range Tracking System (RTS) for its New Glenn launch vehicles. The role involves leading regulatory work, requirements tailoring, documentation, and cross-disciplinary collaboration with electrical, systems, navigation, and software teams.

Ideal candidates bring 3–5 years of AFSS experience on orbital launch vehicles, strong communication skills, and hands-on development of safety

Qualifications

• BS in physics or aerospace, electrical, computer, systems engineering or related technical field.
• 3-5 years of Autonomous Flight Safety Systems experience on orbital launch vehicles.
• Hands-on development and qualification of Flight Safety System components.
• Experience with requirements development, verification, and tracking.
• Knowledge of RCC 319, RCC 324, and AFSPCMAN91-710 is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead qualification and regulatory approvals for AFSS/RTS for New Glenn family.
• Tailor requirements and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and update technical documentation and analyses.
• Collaborate with design teams on qualification and flight approvals.
• Drive process automation in safety systems.

Skills

AFSS expertise

Flight safety

Requirements development

Regulatory compliance

Technical communication

Education

BS in physics or aerospace engineering

Electrical/Computer/Systems engineering

Tools

GPS

Inertial navigation systems

Networking

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!This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.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!As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will be responsible for certification and regulatory approval of the Autonomous Flight Safety System (AFSS) and Range Tracking System (RTS) for the New Glenn family of orbital launch vehicles. This role will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of developing and fielding a AFSS/RTS certified for flight. As the technical lead, you will be directly responsible for driving the qualification and regulatory approvals for the Flight Safety System with support from a multi-functional team of electrical, systems, navigation and software engineers and developers. Critical responsibilities include requirements tailoring and regulatory compliance, developing and updating technical documentation and analyses, working with the design teams on qualification/flight approvals, and driving process automation.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!Minimum Qualifications:BS in physics or aerospace, electrical, computer, systems engineering or related technical field3-5 years of experience with Autonomous Flight Safety Systems experience on orbital launch vehiclesDirect, hands-on experience with the development and qualification of Flight Safety System componentsExperience with requirements development, verification, and trackingExperience evaluating fault tolerance and assessing reliability of complex electronics, aerospace, and/or safety critical systemsExcellent written and verbal communication skills Desired Qualifications:Experience negotiating and tailoring RCC 319, RCC 324, and/or AFSPCMAN91-710 requirementsExperience with Autonomous Flight Safety Systems (AFSS)Experience with developing CASS mission rulesExperience with flight safety ordnance componentsLaunch vehicle avionics integration experienceExperience with some or all the following: GPS and inertial navigation systems, computing/processing system development, networking, power conditioning and distribution, instrumentation, and valve/motor controlProven track record of successful cross-discipline technical collaborationBase Pay Range for:WA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon’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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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. 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