Mission Operations Engineer II – Blue Ring

Blue Origin; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Mission Operations Engineer to collaborate with cross-functional teams and ensure readiness and flawless execution of on-orbit flight operations for Blue Ring spacecraft. You will develop operational concepts, produce critical operations products, and provide on-console support during early mission phases.

The ideal candidate is a systems thinker with end-user focus, strong attention to detail, and drive to build Blue Ring's mission operations from the ground up.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to mission planning, operations concepts, tools, and processes for real-time spacecraft and ground operations.
• Develop detailed operations procedures, executables, telemetry displays, and technical documentation.
• Advance efficiency and reliability through ground system automation and AI/ML methods.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards while maximizing reuse and backward compatibility.
• Test and validate ops products across hardware/software simulations in space and ground domains.
• Support spacecraft concept of operations to ensure end-user operability.
• Create test procedures to validate end-to-end system capabilities.
• Analyze ground station selection for optimal communications availability.
• Assist in regulatory coordination for spectrum licensing.
• Support mission readiness activities including rehearsals and timeline development.

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 supports Blue National Security, which is pioneering the development, manufacturing, and operation of Blue Ring- a groundbreaking space-mobility platform that unlocks unparalleled access to any orbit and the freedom to maneuver between orbits at will. With Blue Ring, our customers are empowered to go anywhere in cislunar or Earth orbit domains, redefine mission flexibility, and pursue bold new concepts that were once beyond reach. If you're energized by the idea of working with a platform capable enabling missions without compromise, this is your moment to make history with us.

As a Mission Operations Engineer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams spanning both space and ground segments to ensure the readiness and flawless execution of on-orbit flight operations for Blue Ring spacecraft. You'll play a key role in developing operational concepts, producing critical operations products, and providing on-console support during early on-orbit mission phases. Your expertise and initiative will directly enable Blue Origin to deliver and sustain next-generation space capabilities for a variety of customers. The ideal candidate is a systems thinker with a relentless end-user and customer focus, deep attention to detail, and the drive to build Blue Ring's mission operations from the ground up.

Join us in enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit earth - passion for our mission is required!

Special Mentions

• Based at Reston, VA or Denver, CO office. Relocation provided.
• On-console shift work at Reston expected up to 20% of the time

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Contribute to mission planning, operations concepts, tools, and processes that enable highly effective and labor-efficient real-time spacecraft and ground system operation.
• Work in multidisciplinary teams to develop detailed operations procedures, executables, telemetry displays, technical documentation, and other products.
• Drive operations toward ever-increasing levels of efficiency and reliability through ground system automation and the application of AI/ML technologies.
• Ensure deliverables meet applicable quality standards, while promoting maximum reuse and backward compatibility.
• Conduct testing and validation of ops products using a variety of hardware and software simulation environments that span the space and ground domains.
• Support systems engineering and other disciplines in developing a spacecraft concept of operations, ensuring efficiency and operability for the end-user.
• Create detailed test procedures to validate end-to‑end system capabilities.
• Analyze and assess ground station selection for optimal communications availability.
• Support communications spectrum licensing efforts through coordination with internal and external regulatory authorities.
• Support mission readiness activities including mission rehearsals, mission timeline development, and