Senior Opto-Mechanical Engineer, Space Telescopes & Gimbals

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer in Seattle to lead the architectural design of opto-mechanical systems for its space-based communications. The role involves developing critical optical systems and mentoring engineers while focusing on telescope design.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree and over 15 years in opto-mechanical engineering. A competitive compensation range and comprehensive benefits package are offered.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in opto-mechanical engineering for space or aerospace applications.
• Experience with altitude-over-azimuth gimbal systems.
• Knowledge of space qualification testing including vibration and thermal vacuum environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the architectural design of opto-mechanical systems for space-based optical communications.
• Develop STOP analysis workflows to predict on-orbit performance.
• Mentor junior engineers in opto-mechanical design principles.

Skills

Opto-mechanical engineering

Precision mechanical systems design

CAD software proficiency

Finite element analysis

Optical alignment techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Optical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field

Tools

CAD software

Finite Element Analysis tools

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Principal Opto-Mechanical Engineer in Seattle to lead the architectural design of opto-mechanical systems for its space-based communications. The role involves developing critical optical systems and mentoring engineers while focusing on telescope design.

This position requires a Bachelor's degree and over 15 years in opto-mechanical engineering. A competitive compensation range and comprehensive benefits package are offered.