Modeling and Simulation Engineer III - New Glenn Launch Engineering

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 165,000 - 231,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space, developing reusable space vehicles in a safety‑driven culture. This role focuses on crafting, validating, and upgrading the simulation infrastructure used to train launch crews for New Glenn.

You will design and implement mathematical models, build real‑time capable architectures, and document model data while collaborating with engineers across propulsion, guidance, and control domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, computer science, electrical, or mechanical engineering, physics, or related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of dynamic modeling (multi‑body dynamics, gas dynamics, fluids, thermodynamics).
• Experience with Windows, Linux, Python, real time operating systems, serial communications, IP networking, and embedded systems.
• Strong software and model development skills, particularly in MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as C/C++, Python.
• Hands‑on experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, implement, and revise the software design and programming of mathematical models of New Glenn, orbital launch site, and subsystems.
• Models will be used for Launch Operators training and procedure development.
• Develop and implement simulation architectures for real-time SIL/HIL testing.
• Develop and maintain model documentation and databooks.
• Document and assist engineers across the company in developing the products required to implement Blue’s simulations.
• Support systems analysis and cross‑functional architectural decisions.
• Assist in the development of verification and validation procedures to ensure models perform as specified.
• Support development and execution of component‑level test programs including on-site testing and post‑test analysis.
• Support launch crew trainings by preparing and operating the simulator during training sessions.

Skills

Dynamic modeling expertise

Model verification & validation

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Simscape

C/C++

Python

Windows

Linux

RTOS

Serial comms

IP networking

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! This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human‑capable. As part of a small, hardworking and accomplished team of specialists, you will be responsible for crafting, developing, validating, and upgrading the simulation infrastructure used to train Blue’s launch crews. You will work in a fast‑paced and often uncertain environment, providing to innovative solutions, while demonstrating individual leadership, technical competence, and attention to detail. This position includes both simulation software development tasks and hands‑on design, development, and test tasks.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design, analyze, implement, and revise the software design and programming of mathematical models of New Glenn, orbital launch site, and all associated subsystems using first principles and test data.
• These models will be used for Launch Operators training and procedure development
• Develop and implement simulation architectures and models suitable for real-time software‑in‑the‑loop (SIL) and hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) testing
• Develop and maintain model documentation and databooks
• Document and assist engineers across the company in developing the products required to implement Blue’s simulations
• Support systems analysis and have a cross‑functional mindset to support system level architectural decisions
• Assist in the development of verification and validation procedures to ensure all model products perform as specified to meet system and subsystem requirements
• Support the development and execution of component‑level test programs including integrated on‑site testing and post‑test analysis to support model verification
• Support launch crew trainings by preparing and operating the simulator during training sessions

Minimum Qualifications:

• Educational and work experience: Bachelor's degree in aerospace, computer science, electrical, or mechanical engineering, physics, or related field
• 7+ years of relevant experience
• Knowledge of dynamic modeling, including multi‑body dynamics, gas dynamics, fluids, thermodynamics
• Experience with Windows, Linux, Python, real time operating systems, serial communications, IP networking, and embedded systems
• Strong software and model development skills, particularly in MATLAB/Simulink/Simscape
• Knowledge of common programming languages such as C/C++, Python
• Highly organized and capable of planning and working with technical peers across a variety of domains (e.g., guidance, control, aerodynamics, propulsion, mechanical, fluid, electrical, thermal)
• Hands‑on experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop testing and test development

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in sensor modeling (e.g., pressure, temperature, etc.)
• Experience with electro‑mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical subsystems
• Experience anchoring/fitting first principles models to test data or high‑fidelity external simulations using numerical methods
• Experience developing and verifying physical models for the purpose of control design, component sizing, and system performance evaluation
• Ability to continuously manage risk and be comfortable with lean software development techniques
• Proven system engineering, configuration management skills
• Familiarity with AI model integration, development, and optimization

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $164,652.00 - $230,512.80 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.

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Background Check Required for all positions:

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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.

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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.

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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.

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