Mission Design Engineer

Blue Origin LLC; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 168,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Denver, CO is seeking a Mission Design Engineer to join the Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering team. You will conduct trajectory analysis, develop delta-V budgets, and plan LEOP operations for the Sunrise constellation.

This role requires a strong background in orbital mechanics, experience with STK or Copernicus, and proficiency in Matlab or Python. The position may require extended hours and U.S. export-regulation eligibility.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering or Mathematics.
• Strong fundamentals in orbital mechanics and spacecraft trajectories.
• Experience with mission design tools such as STK, Copernicus, or Monte Carlo.
• Understanding FCC licenses requirements for demise and operation.

Responsibilities

• Develop spacecraft delta-V budgets and propellant budgets.
• Plan Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) operations sequences.
• Analyze orbital geometry for communications link analysis.
• Collaborate with propulsion and mission operations teams.

Skills

Orbital mechanics basics

Trajectory analysis

Communications skills

Programming in Matlab/Python

Mission design tools (STK Copernicus)

FCC licenses knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mathematics

Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or related field

Tools

STK

Copernicus

Monte Carlo tools

Job description

## Mission Design EngineerApply: Denver, CO: Full time: Posted Today: R73066Application 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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.*Join Blue Origin as we build infrastructure in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re developing a satellite constellation of orbital data centers, Sunrise, designed to transform how compute infrastructure is deployed and leveraged.*The Mission Design Engineer is responsible for trajectory analysis, orbital mechanics, and mission design for individual spacecraft and the Project Sunrise constellation as a whole. In this role you will develop spacecraft delta V budgets, propellant budgets, and maneuver plans. You will develop Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) operations sequences, collision avoidance capabilities, and end of life deorbit phase plans. You’ll help refine the overall constellation geometry, including spacecraft spacing and orbital altitudes. You’ll contribute to operating the constellation safely, including collision analysis, orbital debris vulnerability, and reentry planning and safety assessments. You’ll work with the New Glenn launch team to optimally select launch deployment targets, with the spacecraft propulsion team to define necessary propulsion capabilities, and with the mission operations team to analyze orbital geometry in support of communications link analysis.**Minimum Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline.* Strong fundamentals in orbital mechanics and spacecraft trajectories* Applied experience with standard mission design tools such as STK, Copernicus, or Monte.* Understanding of FCC licenses requirements for demise and operation, as well as, the associated tools.* Strong written and visual communications skills* Experience programming engineering software/analysis tools such as Matlab and Python, or similar tools.**Preferred Qualifications:*** Master's or Ph.D. in Aerospace Engineering or related field with emphasis on orbital mechanics, mission design, or astrodynamics.* Experience using generative AI tools to expedite and automate your workflow.* Experience with low-thrust trajectory design* Knowledge of spacecraft attitude determination and control* Experience working in a fast-paced spacecraft, flexible engineering environment* Understanding of orbital debris and reentry burnup analysis* Hands-on experience with spacecraft operations**Additional Requirements:*** Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.* Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.### Base Pay Range for:CO applicants is $119,814.00 - $167,738.55**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*** 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.