Mechanical Engineer II: Lunar Avionics Enclosures

Blue Origin; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Colorado is seeking a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer to design ruggedized electronics enclosures for avionics used in lunar missions. You will create 3D CAD models, perform GD&T, and collaborate across Electrical, Systems, and Manufacturing to ensure robust integration.

The role emphasizes high-reliability packaging in harsh environments, including thermal and vibration analyses, with opportunities to contribute from concept through production while supporting procurement and test

Qualifications

• B.S degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 2+ years of experience designing ruggedized electronics enclosures.
• Experience with static structural, modal, random vibration, and thermal analysis.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software and FEA tools.
• Familiar with GD&T and ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Contribute as a member of a cross disciplinary team in a fast-paced design environment.
• Participate in the entire design cycle of flight and mission critical avionics.
• Support developmental trade studies.
• Create mechanical interface definitions, specifications, and control documents.
• Collaborate with electrical engineering to incorporate PCB and interconnect systems, including thermal/structural analysis.
• Design avionics enclosure solutions for performance and high reliability in harsh environments.
• Create 3D CAD models and drawings, and manage product lifecycle revisions.
• Build and evaluate prototype assemblies; create assembly aids and test fixtures.
• Review assembly instructions and support hardware builds; assist with procurement activities.
• Communicate project status and schedule adherence.

Skills

Ruggedized enclosures

Structural analysis

CAD/FEA

GD&T

ASME Y14.5

Communication skills

Education

B.S in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

ANSYS

Job description

Blue Origin in Colorado is seeking a Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer to design ruggedized electronics enclosures for avionics used in lunar missions. You will create 3D CAD models, perform GD&T, and collaborate across Electrical, Systems, and Manufacturing to ensure robust integration.

The role emphasizes high-reliability packaging in harsh environments, including thermal and vibration analyses, with opportunities to contribute from concept through production while supporting procurement and test