Systems Engineer III - Fault Management, MK2 Lunar Lander

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) match

Educational support program

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Washington state is seeking engineers to design autonomous FDIR mechanisms, perform FMECA/FTA/ hazard analyses, and model vehicle states and functions. You will lead cross-functional teams to integrate fault protection and support flight software autonomy.

The role emphasizes collaboration across subsystems, safety-focused design, and contribution to lunar program system models. Strong communication and fast-paced teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, or related technical subject area.
• Highly knowledgeable of systems engineering practices, integration processes, and mission/safety critical systems.
• Strong ability and desire to analyze complex systems and deliver solutions to results-oriented problems.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Design autonomous Fault Detection Isolation and Recovery (FDIR) mechanisms, including fault protection state machines, monitors, and responses.
• Decompose failure modes, effects, and criticality analyses (FMECA), fault tree analyses (FTA), and hazard analyses into the required system autonomy.
• Define and model vehicle states, modes, conditions, activities, and functions.
• Lead cross-functional working groups with subsystem engineers to develop and integrate the required fault protection mechanisms.
• Support implementation of autonomous behaviors in flight software.
• Support the broader lunar program in the development of system of system models and timelines.
• Support systems safety work, as required.

Skills

FDIR

Fault Detection

Systems Engineering

Safety Analysis

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Jama

Git

Cameo

Confluence

JIRA

Job description

Responsibilities

• Designing autonomous Fault Detection Isolation and Recovery (FDIR) mechanisms, including fault protection state machines, monitors, and responses
• Decomposing failure modes, effects, and criticality analyses (FMECA), fault tree analyses (FTA), and hazard analyses into the required system autonomy
• Defining and modeling vehicle states, modes, conditions, activities, and functions
• Leading cross-functional working groups with subsystem engineers to develop and integrate the required fault protection mechanisms
• Supporting implementation of autonomous behaviors in flight software
• Supporting the broader lunar program in the development of system of system models and timelines
• Supporting systems safety work, as required

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Computer Science, or related technical subject area
• Highly knowledgeable of systems engineering practices, integration processes, and mission/safety critical systems
• Strong ability and desire to analyze complex systems and deliver solutions to results-oriented problems
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Successful candidates typically have5+ years of relevant experience
• M.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Electrical, or related technical subject area
• Demonstrated experience developing fault protection, FDIR, or autonomous response behaviors for spacecraft, launch vehicles, aircraft, or comparable complex systems
• Technical knowledge in multiple subsystems, particularly guidance navigation & control, and flight software
• Experience with full spacecraft design life cycle
• Experience working on large complex programs with multiple partners
• Experience with requirements definition and management, preferably using Jama
• Experience with software tools such as Git, Jama, Cameo, Confluence, and JIRA

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20 Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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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 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.

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