Launch Vehicle Ops Engineer II - New Glenn Mech Subsystem

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Vehicle Operation Engineer II for the New Glenn 9X4 Mechanical Sub System in the Seattle area. You will serve as the operations integrator for the subsystem, owning CONOPS, testing, and real-time support during integrated tests and launches.

You will work with design, manufacturing, and operations to ensure seamless integration and actionable improvements. The role emphasizes rigorous data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to safety and performance

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field) or another technical field.
• 2+ years of proven experience with mechanical or hydraulic systems.
• Experience with system engineering principles and processes.
• Experience in at least one area of analysis, design, or integrated testing of mechanical or fluid power systems.
• Demonstrated understanding of hydraulic system principles, components, and operations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support hardware design reviews and technical assessments.
• Develop and maintain Concept of Operations (CONOPS) documentation.
• Author operations documents that define testing requirements, lifecycle, maintenance, and interfaces.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and operations teams for system integration.
• Develop test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria for Stage 1 subsystems.
• Provide real-time on-console support for tests, launches, and recoveries.
• Analyze test data and recommend design improvements.
• Support failure analysis and corrective action implementation.

Skills

Mechanical systems

Hydraulic systems

System engineering

Conops

Diagnostics

multi-tasking

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

DOORS Next Gen

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Vehicle Operation Engineer II for the New Glenn 9X4 Mechanical Sub System in the Seattle area. You will serve as the operations integrator for the subsystem, owning CONOPS, testing, and real-time support during integrated tests and launches.

You will work with design, manufacturing, and operations to ensure seamless integration and actionable improvements. The role emphasizes rigorous data analysis, cross-functional collaboration, and adherence to safety and performance