Senior Mechanical Engineer – Electromechanical Systems

Blue Origin; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education support

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, and test electromechanical systems for challenging thermal and pressure environments at our Los Angeles facility. You will work with the Space Resources Program team to deliver reliable, producible hardware while advancing space exploration technology.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, rigorous testing, and documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering.
• 5+ years of professional experience in mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, and/or testing.
• Proficiency with CAD software and capability to perform engineering analysis.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and its application in design.
• Experience with thermal or structural analysis and understanding of failure modes.
• Strong communication skills with ability to work effectively in team environments.

Responsibilities

• Own the design and development of electromechanical systems from concept through testing, including participation in hardware testing activities.
• Contribute to design reviews and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support project objectives.
• Develop mechanical designs using advanced materials for thermal and pressure applications.
• Perform engineering analysis including thermal, structural, and tolerance analysis using both hand calculations and software tools.
• Create technical documentation including 3‑D models, drawings, and design specifications.
• Communicate technical concepts effectively within the engineering team and to stakeholders.

Skills

Mechanical design

Electromechanical design

Thermal analysis

Structural analysis

GD&T

CAD software

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/aerospace engineering

Tools

CREO CAD

ANSYS

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer to design, analyze, and test electromechanical systems for challenging thermal and pressure environments at our Los Angeles facility. You will work with the Space Resources Program team to deliver reliable, producible hardware while advancing space exploration technology.

The role emphasizes collaboration across disciplines, rigorous testing, and documentation.