Operations & Integration Engineer III - New Glenn

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with up to 5% company match

Stock options for all regular employees

Paid Time Off up to four weeks per year

Job summary

Blue Origin is looking for an operations integrator in Seattle, WA, responsible for all aspects of subsystem including CONOPS and hardware integration. With a focus on future-thinking and sophisticated data handling, the ideal candidate will support launch operations, hardware design reviews, and analytical tasks necessary for optimal subsystem performance.

The candidate should possess a B.S. in engineering and have 4+ years of experience with mechanical systems, demonstrating strong communication and problem-solving skills. Join Blue Origin in their mission to advance humanity into space.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of experience with mechanical or hydraulic systems.
• Experience with system engineering principles and processes.
• Demonstrated understanding of hydraulic system principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Concept of Operations (CONOPS) documentation.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and operations teams.
• Analyze test data and provide actionable recommendations.

Skills

Communication Skills

Self-Directed

Problem Solving

Education

B.S. degree in engineering

Job description

Role Overview

As an operations integrator, you will be the authority on all aspects of your subsystem, including CONOPS, functional architecture, components, software, and integrated interactions. You will support the development, testing, and integration of subsystem hardware and autonomous software, and be accountable for feeding lessons learned into the integrated operation on the flight vehicle. Working closely with the stage-level Vehicle Operations Integration lead, you will create comprehensive constraints, alerts, and limits for New Glenn test and launch teams. The ideal candidate is diligent, future‑thinking, able to handle sophisticated data, and passionate about Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

Responsibilities

• Support hardware design reviews and technical assessments
• Develop and maintain Concept of Operations (CONOPS) documentation
• Author operations documents that define product testing requirements, operations lifecycle, maintenance requirements, and critical performance/requirements interfaces across the system.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and operations teams to ensure seamless system integration
• Develop comprehensive test plans, procedures, and acceptance criteria for Stage 1 mechanical subsystems
• Provide real‑time on console support for integrated tests, launch, and recovery operations, offering essential troubleshooting support.
• Analyze test data and provide actionable recommendations for design improvements
• Support failure analysis and corrective action implementation

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field) or another technical field
• 4+ years of proven experience with mechanical or hydraulic systems
• Experience with system engineering principles and processes
• Experience in at least one of the areas of analysis, design, or integrated testing of mechanical or fluid power systems
• Demonstrated understanding of hydraulic system principles, components, and operations
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self‑directed and capable of balancing several tasks simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high‑pressure hydraulic systems, including pumps, actuators, valves, accumulators, and fluid conditioning systems
• Hands‑on experience with hydraulic system testing, troubleshooting, and performance optimization
• Experience with launch vehicles and mechanical aerospace systems (TVC, hydraulic actuators/mechanisms, APU, landing systems)
• Knowledge of hydraulic system design, including P&ID development and hydraulic circuit analysis
• Experience with electromechanical and electrohydraulic actuators and control systems
• Experience in system development and integration, preferably with aerospace flight hardware
• Familiarity with current system engineering and integration tools and methodologies
• Experience with systems engineering tools such as DOORS Next‑Gen

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic and supplemental life insurance; paid parental leave; short‑ and long‑term disability; 401(k) with up to 5% company match; and an Education Support Program.
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours per week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Eligibility for bonuses and other financial incentives at the company’s discretion; amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and may change.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, 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 the role requires time on a military installation.
• Required for certain job profiles: Drivers of commercial motor vehicles with specified weight or hazardous material transport may be subject to additional federal motor carrier safety regulations.
• Required for certain job profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, including pre‑employment and random drug testing and DOT physical.

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 workforce. We hire and promote people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities, and provide all qualified applicants and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans or requiring a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process may contact the EEO compliance address. Please do not include personal medical information in your request.