Senior Space Vehicle Systems Architect

Blue Origin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 161,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to lead Space Vehicle system design for Blue Ring missions. You will guide architecture, requirements, and integration across hardware, software, and controls, mentoring teams and ensuring mission success.

Responsibilities include overseeing MBSE workflows, validating interfaces, and collaborating with program leadership to align technical execution with cost and schedule goals. U.S. citizenship or eligible status is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or closely related field.
• 10+ years of spacecraft design, C&C systems, space communications, avionics, or related engineering field with progression to senior/lead roles.
• Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional technical programs or subsystems from concept through deployment.
• Strong knowledge of control theory, DSP, and closed-loop design for spacecraft systems.
• Experience defining and managing system-level requirements, interfaces, and verification/validation.

Responsibilities

• Own architectural baseline development and drive technical vision, architecture, and long-term roadmap for spacecraft solution.
• Lead requirements decomposition and allocation; maintain system-level requirements and interface control documents.
• Provide technical direction for mission CONOPS and detailed mission planning.
• Lead milestone reviews and participate as a reviewer for cross-program architectural decisions.
• Mentor engineers and contribute to a culture of technical excellence, safety, and continuous learning.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Systems thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering / Computer Engineering / Aerospace Engineering / Systems Engineering

MS or PhD in a relevant engineering discipline (preferred)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

Python

Job description

Blue Origin seeks a Principal Systems Engineer to lead Space Vehicle system design for Blue Ring missions. You will guide architecture, requirements, and integration across hardware, software, and controls, mentoring teams and ensuring mission success.

Responsibilities include overseeing MBSE workflows, validating interfaces, and collaborating with program leadership to align technical execution with cost and schedule goals. U.S. citizenship or eligible status is required.