Senior GSE & Tooling Engineer (Aerospace)

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Mechanical/Structures engineer to design ground support equipment (GSE) and tooling for launch or aircraft testing. You will create conceptual and detailed GSE designs, build test assembly models, and produce fabrication drawings for tooling and fixtures, while coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

The role requires a B.S. in engineering and 5+ years of GSE design experience, with strong CAD skills and familiarity with ASME standards.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in mechanical, structural, or other relevant engineering field.
• 5+ years’ experience in the design of GSE for production, manufacturing, and/or testing of launch or aircraft vehicles and associated support systems.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3-D CAD software.
• Familiar with applicable ASME standards, such as ASME Y14.100, Y14.5, Y14.41.
• Experience with vendors or contractors during the design, fabrication, and installation phases of the tooling and equipment design process.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture.
• A continuous improvement mindset. Our job is never complete; we are always optimizing.
• Strong ability to work independently on specific tasks and projects while supporting and coordinating with a larger team.

Responsibilities

• Develop conceptual and detailed design of test GSE, tooling and fixtures.
• Develop/create test assembly and test setup models.
• Produce/review drawing packages for fabrication and assembly of test tooling and fixture designs.
• Develop and approve design specifications and statements of work for development of test GSE.
• Evaluate and approve designs and analysis performed by other engineers and vendors.
• Assist in fabrication, installation, verification and checkout, and commissioning of tools and equipment.
• Participate in tooling cost estimates, vendor evaluation and selection, and cost reduction activities.
• Provide technical guidance and support in the implementation and use of tooling by test personnel.
• Provide other emergent tooling and engineering support to test personnel as necessary.
• Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status.

Skills

GSE design

3-D CAD

ASME standards

vendor coordination

independent work

team collaboration

continuous improvement

Education

B.S. degree or higher in mechanical/structural engineering

Tools

3-D CAD software

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Mechanical/Structures engineer to design ground support equipment (GSE) and tooling for launch or aircraft testing. You will create conceptual and detailed GSE designs, build test assembly models, and produce fabrication drawings for tooling and fixtures, while coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

The role requires a B.S. in engineering and 5+ years of GSE design experience, with strong CAD skills and familiarity with ASME standards.