Mechanical Engineer II, Spaceflight Systems

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; 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

Parental leave

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the New Glenn program. You will design mechanical components and assemblies, perform analyses, and collaborate with a skilled team from concept through flight readiness.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, with CAD and GD&T proficiency, plus a passion for space exploration and safety culture.

Qualifications

• BS in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design.
• Modelling, design, and drafting experience in 3D CAD programs.
• Experience with GD& T (ASME Y14.5).
• Working knowledge of aerospace requirements, testing, and materials.
• Working knowledge of design of components like valves, actuators, mechanisms, bellows, tubes, latches, and pressurized components.
• Working knowledge of fabrication, assembly/integration, and quality control techniques relative to tubes, machined components, and welded hardware.
• Self-starter, strong bias for action and hands‑on problem solving; attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to earn trust and contribute to inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical component, assembly, and installation designs through full lifecycle from concept to flight.
• Perform tolerance and analysis to validate designs.
• Coordinate development within integrated product teams.
• Initiate and monitor procurement activities.
• Support fabrication, integration, and test activities with hands-on engineering support.

Skills

BS degree in ME/AE

3+ years mechanical design

3D CAD experience

GD&T ASME Y14.5

aerospace knowledge

team collaboration

communication skills

Education

BS in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering

Tools

Creo

ANSYS

Thermal Desktop

Sinda/Fluent

Excel

Job description

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to contribute to the New Glenn program. You will design mechanical components and assemblies, perform analyses, and collaborate with a skilled team from concept through flight readiness.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 3+ years of experience in mechanical design, with CAD and GD&T proficiency, plus a passion for space exploration and safety culture.