Mechanical Engineer III - Blue Ring Configuration Design (TS/SCI Required)

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with match

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a highly skilled engineer to join the In-Space Systems Configuration Team in designing and integrating flight hardware for the Blue Ring spacecraft. You will work on system-level architecture, deployment of payloads, and vehicle upgrades with a small, agile team.

The role requires an active TS/SCI clearance, a BS in aerospace or mechanical engineering, and 5+ years of experience in complex engineered products. Proficiency in CREO and GD&T is essential.

Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/SCI security clearance.
• 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and producing complex engineered products.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software (CREO preferred).
• Proficient in geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Ability to build trusting and effective working relationships and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the entire design cycle of flight hardware, including conceptual and detailed design, analysis, and drawing release.
• Generate 3D models, perform spatial integration & packaging activities in collaboration with Integrated Product Teams.
• Perform trade studies and provide recommended solutions.
• Generate vehicle alignment & pointing analysis.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces and space reservation zones.
• Calculate spacecraft mass properties.
• Work in a small, agile team to adapt to changing priorities.

Skills

Top Secret/SCI clearance

3D CAD (CREO)

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Spacecraft design experience

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

PTC CREO

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!

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. This role is within the In-Space Systems Configuration Team, supporting Blue Ring, a high-powered hybrid solar electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft designed for unparalleled mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at significantly reduced costs. It provides comprehensive capabilities for maneuvering, hosting, and deploying payloads and infrastructure services across Earth orbits, the Moon, Mars, interplanetary regions, and near-Earth asteroids. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will perform vehicle-level design & integration tasks, supporting projects ranging from baseline vehicle architecture to mission-unique equipment and vehicle upgrades!

Special Mentions: Relocation provided Travel expected up to 10% of the time Interviews will include a technical assessment Top Secret (TS/SCI) clearance required to start

Responsibilities

• Participate in the entire design cycle of flight hardware, including conceptual and detailed design, analysis, and drawing release.
• Generate 3D models, perform spatial integration & packaging activities in collaboration with Integrated Product Teams.
• Perform trade studies and provide recommended solutions.
• Generate vehicle alignment & pointing analysis.
• Coordinate mechanical interfaces and space reservation zones.
• Calculate spacecraft mass properties.
• Participate in a small, agile team to create and adapt to frequently shifting priorities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance.
• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or a related subject area.
• 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and producing complex engineered products.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software (PTC CREO preferred).
• Proficient in the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting and effective working relationships that improve team performance and deliver results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in coordinating small to medium-sized teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Spacecraft hardware design experience.
• Ability to apply basic structural mechanics principles and develop designs using hand calculations
• Knowledgeable in top-down design practices.
• Experience with rapid development techniques for hardware.
• Familiarity with systems engineering practices, manufacturing processes, and quality control.
• Experience calculating vehicle mass & inertia properties.
• Proficiency in dimensional variation analysis.
• Experience with optimization and DOE methods as applied to design, analysis, and testing.
• Proven experience with core project management skills, including logic-linked scheduling, budget and schedule variance tracking, and reporting project status to leadership.

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20 Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement Don’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 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

• 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%
• 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.

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 factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here. Affluent Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves. Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.