Space Launch Operations Engineer

blueorigin; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Launch Engineer to support the development and operations of New Glenn. You will prepare launch vehicles and ground systems for flight, develop ground software requirements, write sequencer code, and assist in creating controller panels. You may earn certification as a launch controller and will review data post-flight to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes leadership, quality commitment, and the ability to work in a safety-focused culture. A B.S.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. Degree in Engineering, Science, or Math.
• Minimum 1+ years of demonstrated technical expertise in cryogenic, propellant handling, or engine systems.
• Strong operations planning and organizational skills.
• Effective technical communications capabilities.
• Ability to support occasional off shift work schedules.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Develop ground software requirements and write sequencer code for launch systems.
• Help create controller panels and gain certification as a launch controller.
• Determine and correct anomaly causes, often during time-critical operations.
• Perform data reviews and incorporate process improvements after flight.

Skills

Cryogenic systems

Propellant handling

Engine systems

Operations planning

Organizational skills

Technical communications

Shift flexibility

Inclusion & teamwork

Security & compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science/Math

Tools

Qt/QML

Simulink

MATLAB

Python

Git

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Launch Engineer to support the development and operations of New Glenn. You will prepare launch vehicles and ground systems for flight, develop ground software requirements, write sequencer code, and assist in creating controller panels. You may earn certification as a launch controller and will review data post-flight to drive improvements.

The role emphasizes leadership, quality commitment, and the ability to work in a safety-focused culture. A B.S.