Blue Origin

Your expertise will influence everything from New Glenn's ground team interfaces to the intricacies of Crew and Cargo Lunar missions and the unique experiences of New Shepard private astronaut flights.. Assessing astronaut and ground crew interfaces within space systems to ensure their design is both efficient and effective.. A deep understanding of space physiology, astronaut psychology, and performance, to improve astronaut experiences and mission success.. Knowledge in specialized areas such as anthropometry, strength, biomechanics, maintenance and assembly strategies, human-computer interaction, or piloting.. 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.

human factors engineer

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!Engineering and Program Management (EPM): This role is part of EPM, where we provide technical standards, tools, processes, training, and domain expertise for product engineering and manufacturing. EPM allows all Blue Origin business units to benefit fromcommonly used capabilities, hardware, and software and assists business units in identifying, selecting, and training engineers from both inside and outside the organization.As a member of the Human Integration team, you will support the development of Blue Origin's human-system interfaces. Your expertise will influence everything from New Glenn's ground team interfaces to the intricacies of Crew and Cargo Lunar missions and the unique experiences of New Shepard private astronaut flights.This role necessitates your dedication and attention to detail that is needed to ensure safe and repeatable spaceflight for commercial and government applications. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and an unwavering drive for excellence to cultivate the safety of human spaceflight.Responsibilities include but are not limited to:* Applying Human Factors methodologies to guide teams in creating designs that prioritize human needs and ergonomic principles.* Writing, evaluating, and integrating human factors requirements into the design, along with developing verification plans to successfully meet these requirements.* Assessing astronaut and ground crew interfaces within space systems to ensure their design is both efficient and effective.* Providing ergonomic design support and advice to design teams.Minimum Qualifications* Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!* Minimum of a B.S. in Engineering or a related technical field* 5+ years of experience in human factors engineering or human-centered system design* Experience developing and evaluating human interfaces (e.g., conducting task, human error, and/or worksite analyses; applying user interface standards to mission operator displays and flight design; conducting and analyzing the results of human-in-the-loop evaluations)* A strong Systems Engineering background* Strong written and verbal communication skills* Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationshipsPreferred Qualifications* Master's or Ph.D. in a technical field related to human factors* 8+ years of experience in Human Factors Engineering* Hands-on operational experience within high-stakes, technologically demanding, and safety-focused environments* Previous professional engagement with space agencies such as NASA.* Proficiency in using digital human modeling tools for the creation and analysis of human interfaces (e.g., CATIA Human Builder, JACK, Extended Reality applications, etc.)* A deep understanding of space physiology, astronaut psychology, and performance, to improve astronaut experiences and mission success.* Knowledge in specialized areas such as anthropometry, strength, biomechanics, maintenance and assembly strategies, human-computer interaction, or piloting.* Experience in influencing the design of user interfaces for space vehicles and supporting extravehicular activities and spacesuit operations.Export Control RegulationsApplicants 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.CompensationCompensation range for onsite CO applicants is $102,382.50 - $170,637.50Compensation range for onsite WA applicants is $111,690 - $186,150Compensation range for onsite CA applicants is $111,690 - $186,150Other site ranges may differInclusivity StatementDon'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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.BenefitsBenefits 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.Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 EEO Is the Law, please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at ...@blueorigin.com.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.Inclusivity StatementDon'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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 RegulationsApplicants 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.BenefitsBenefits 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.Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 EEO Is the Law, please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at ...@blueorigin.com.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here. Associated topics: bio, biology, biomechanics, bioprocessing, biosynthetic, enzyme, msat, pain, parenteral, pathogenesis

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