Human-Class Delivery Lander Cargo Integration Lead

Blue Origin LLC; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 187,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) match

Paid time off

Education support program

Medical/dental/vision

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Human-Class Delivery Lander (HDL) Cargo Integration Lead as the Single Threaded Leader for integrating the Lunar Surface Habitat with the HDL. You will define payload interfaces, coordinate with international providers, MK2, New Glenn, NASA, and internal teams to ensure safe payload integration and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate has 8+ years in payload integration, strong SE lifecycle experience, and demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Experience performing payload integration on spacecraft or launch vehicle.
• Experience with the Systems Engineering lifecycle (requirements, interface definition, verification, validation).
• Experience managing requirements and interface baselines, including negotiating ICDs.
• Experience leading technical trades balancing performance, cost, schedule.
• Knowledge of spaceflight environments and integrated analyses (loads, thermal, EMI/EMC).
• Ability to lead cross‑organizational teams and external partners without direct reporting authority.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate, define, and deliver the payload interface control document (ICD).
• Define and communicate payload design environments (loads, thermal, vibration, EMI/EMC).
• Define payload integration milestones from kickoff to launch with the Mission Manager.
• Manage contract deliverables with payload provider and NASA.
• Own interface verification: build verification matrix, plan fit checks, pathfinder activities.
• Oversee payload operations concept and integrate into the mission flight plan.
• Lead payload safety integration including hazard analyses and safety reviews.
• Plan payload delivery, ground processing, and launch-site integration including GSE and logistics.
• Coordinate with ITAR/EAR export controls and NASA coordination.

Skills

Payload integration

Systems Engineering lifecycle

Requirements management

Technical trades leadership

Spaceflight environments

Cross‑functional leadership

Communication skills

Bachelor's degree

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/science

Job description

Human-Class Delivery Lander Cargo Integration Lead page is loaded## Human-Class Delivery Lander Cargo Integration Leadlocations: Greater Seattle Area: Space Coast, FL: Denver, COtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: R73423Application 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 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.As the Human-Class Delivery Lander (HDL) Cargo Integration Lead, you will be the Single Threaded Leader for the integration of the Lunar Surface Habitat (LSH) with the Human-Class Cargo Delivery Lander (HDL). In this individual contributor role, you will be responsible for defining and managing the interface with the LSH cargo international provider, marshalling resources from the MK2 vehicle team, Blue Production Operations, New Glenn Launch provider, Systems Engineering and Mission Operations as required to define the technical and operational interfaces and environments for the payload.**Responsibilities:*** Negotiate, define, and deliver the payload interface control document (ICD)* Define and communicate the payload design environments (launch and landing loads, thermal, vibration and shock, EMI/EMC, contamination), and lead integrated analyses with the provider, including coupled loads, thermal, and mass properties* Define the payload integration milestones between contract kickoff and launch working with the Mission Manager* Manage contract deliverables to and from the payload provider and to and from the NASA customer for the payload working with the Mission Manager* Own interface verification: build the verification matrix, plan fit checks and pathfinder activities, and close out interface verification before shipment* Oversee definition of the payload operations concept and integrate into the mission flight plan, including landing, surface offload, and payload commissioning* Lead payload safety integration, including hazard analyses and safety reviews with the provider and NASA, and flow payload requirements into MK2 and New Glenn safety processes* Plan payload delivery, receiving, ground processing, and launch-site integration, including transport, handling, Ground Support Equipment (GSE), vehicle closeout, facilities, and import logistics for foreign-built flight hardware* undefined* Work with Blue's Trade Compliance team to make sure every exchange of technical data and hardware with the international provider stays within approved export authorizations (for example, TAAs)* Lead periodic reviews, Technical Interchange Meetings (TIMs), and recurring integration meetings with the payload provider and NASA, managing the exchange of technical information to advance the payload provider's design.* Identify, track, and burn down payload integration risks, and report integration status to MK2 and program leadership**Qualifications:*** Experience performing payload integration on a spacecraft or launch vehicle* Experience with the Systems Engineering lifecycle (requirements, interface definition, verification, validation)* Experience managing requirements and interface baselines, including negotiating ICDs* Experience leading technical trades that balance performance, cost, and schedule* Working knowledge of spaceflight environments and integrated analyses (loads, thermal, EMI/EMC)* Demonstrated ability to lead cross-organizational teams and external partners without direct reporting authority* Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills, including presenting to senior leadership* Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of integrity.* Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, or an equivalent related field* 8 or more years of experience**Desired:*** Experience working with foreign government agencies or companies* Experience working under ITAR/EAR export authorizations (TAAs, technical data exchange controls)* Experience with human-rated or crewed-system payloads and NASA safety review processes* Experience with payload ground processing and launch-site integration* Experience with spacecraft or lunar lander development programs* Experience with NASA programs###Base Pay Range for:CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20**Other site ranges may differ****Culture Statement****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