Senior Mechanical Designer – Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 65,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a CAD/avionics design specialist to prepare layouts, assemblies, and install models for the Transfer Stage Vehicle in the Lunar Permanence unit. You will release data sets using CAD/PLM tools and collaborate with subsystem teams to place avionics boxes within the vehicle model.

The role requires an associate degree in CAD & Design, 4+ years in aerospace, and proficiency in Creo Parametric, Windchill, and GD&T. Strong communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in CAD & Design and 4+ years in aerospace or similar.
• Proficiency with Creo Parametric and Windchill.
• Proficiency in GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and standard fits.
• Experience managing large CAD assemblies, BOMs/ICMs/skeletons.
• Experience designing spacecraft avionics parts and assemblies.
• Strong written and verbal communication and cross-functional teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Prepare design layouts, create detail parts, assemblies and install models.
• Release data sets using CAD and PLM tools.
• Interface with subsystem teams to place avionics boxes in the vehicle model.
• Review drawings to ensure alignment with specifications and standards.
• Apply engineering and manufacturing best practices to balance cost, schedule and performance.

Skills

Cross-functional teamwork

Attention to detail

Strong written/verbal communication

Education

Associate degree in CAD & Design

Bachelor’s degree in ME/AERO (preferred)

Tools

Creo Parametric

Windchill

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

CAD assemblies

BOM/ICMs management

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 is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will assist in the creation, maintenance, and release of avionics part, assembly, and install CAD models for the Transfer Stage Vehicle within the Lunar Permanence Business Unit. You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.

Responsibilities

Preparing design layouts, creating detail part, assembly, and install models, and releasing data sets using CAD and Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) tools. Applying relevant company (design, drafting, parts) techniques to plan, layout, and maintain data depicting engineering designs (detail, assembly and installation drawings or MBDs). Interface with other vehicle subsystem teams to create and place avionics boxes in the vehicle model. Reviewing engineering drawing and designs to ensure alignment to established specifications and standards. Implementing engineering and manufacturing standard methodologies to achieve a balanced approach to cost, schedule and performance requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

Associate degree in Computer Aided Drafting & Design. 4+ years of experience in aerospace development or similar industry. Proficiency in model generation and release processes using Creo Parametric and Windchill. Proficiency in standard fits, tolerance stacks, and GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5). Experience managing large CAD assemblies, BOMs, ICMs, and skeletons. Experience in designing spacecraft avionics parts and assemblies. Experience working in a cross-functional team responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and developing the design to produce world-class engineered products. Excellent attention to detail and task ownership, someone who demonstrates pride in all work and willingness to perform low-level tasks when needed. Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent. 7 years or greater proven experience. Experience releasing engineering data sets using Model Based Definition. Experience designing for manufacturability.

Base Pay Range for

CA applicants is $47.01 - $65.81 CO applicants is $43.23 - $60.52 WA applicants is $47.01 - $65.81 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

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.

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 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. Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affinity Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future.

About Blue Origin

We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves. 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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