Sr. GSE Design and Analysis Engineer - Blue National Security (Blue Ring)

Blue Origin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin in Huntsville, Alabama is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design production tooling, fixtures, and custom machines for the National Security unit. You will collaborate with flight hardware and manufacturing teams to deliver cradle-to-grave tooling solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications include a BS in Mechanical Engineering, 5+ years designing and commissioning tooling, fixtures, and custom machines; CAD-based design (Creo/Windchill); FEM or structural analysis; GD&T;

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years designing and commissioning tooling, fixtures, or custom machines for manufacturing, assembly, and test.
• Experience with FEM and structural analysis, plus hand calculations and free body diagrams.
• Proficient in CAD-based design for modeling and drafting.
• Knowledge of GD&T and tolerance/stack-up analysis; ASME Y14.5 familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Design production, development, test, integration, and advanced tooling and equipment for the Blue National Security unit.
• Streamline integration, payload integration, and mission-unique designs.
• Interpret and apply design standards (ASME Y14.5) when creating drawings.
• Handle tooling for assemblies, fixtures, material handlers, rotisseries, test fixtures, and weldments.
• Collaborate with flight hardware designers, manufacturing engineers, and integration engineering to meet safety, cost, quality, cycle time, and reliability targets.
• Develop statements of work for design-build contracts with stakeholders to define requirements.
• Support projects including vendor selection, fabrication, inspection, equipment installation, proof testing, and commissioning of tooling.
• Assist with scheduling and budget inputs for project completion and future tooling needs.

Skills

Tooling design

FEM analysis

CAD: Creo/Windchill

GD&T

ASME Y14.5

DFM/ DFA

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

ANSYS

Job description

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!

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.

This role is part of Blue Origin National Security, which is supported by multiple business units across all Blue Origin facilities. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to safety and quality to positively impact the development of Space Vehicle hardware. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• Travel for this role is estimated to be 10% of the time.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design production, development, test, integration, and advanced manufacturing tooling and equipment for the Blue National Security business unit.
• Streamline integration, payload integration, and mission-unique designs.
• Capable of integrating concepts and principles of mechanical design and analysis of several projects in a fast‑paced environment -- projects will vary in size and scale.
• Ability to interpret and apply sound design and drafting standards (ASME Y14.5) when creating drawings.
• Handle a wide range of technical design challenges related to all types of assembly fixtures, material handlers, rotisseries, test fixtures, structural weldments, environmental chambers, and custom machines.
• Close collaboration with flight hardware designers, manufacturing engineers, and integration engineering to achieve the best possible cradle‑to‑grave metrics (safety, cost, quality, cycle time, delivery, reliability, life, and maintenance/refurbishment).
• Develop statements of work for design‑build contracts which requires close collaboration with stakeholders to define requirements.
• Support projects, including vendor selection, fabrication, inspection, equipment installation, proof testing, and commissioning of custom tooling.
• Support scheduling and budget inputs to ensure project completion and/or for estimating for future GSE & Tooling needs.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.
• 5+ years' experience with design, build, and commissioning of tooling, fixtures, custom machines, or design support equipment for manufacturing, assembly, and test.
• Experience with FEM and complex structural analysis in addition to the ability to perform hand calculations including the creation of free body diagrams.
• Proven experience with CAD-based design software for modeling and drafting.
• Basic understanding of common manufacturing materials, GD&T, and tolerance/stack‑up analysis.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active Top Secret clearance.
• Strong expertise in design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for assembly (DFA) including experience taking products from development design to rate production.
• Proven understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines such as CNC machining, manual mills and lathes, welding, sheet‑metal bending, lifting/rigging, assembly, inspection, etc.
• Familiarity with industry standards, such as ASME BTH‑1, aluminum design manual, and AISC.
• Experience with custom machine design: motors, actuators, linear rails/actuators, pneumatics, hydraulics, bearings, etc.
• Experience with Creo and Windchill CAD/PDM systems.
• Experience with Analysis packages such as: ANSYS Workbench, FEMAP Pre/Post processing, NASTRAN Solver, NX Advance Simulation, etc.

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

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. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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