Blue Origin

Proficiency in 3D CAD programs such as NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, Pro/E, etc.. Experience in analysis including hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).. Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.. Proficiency with Creo, Windchill, and Ansys.. 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.

mechanical design engineer ii

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!  We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, you will be responsible for flight control and actuated systems of the New Shepard reusable launch vehicle. You will participate in the entire design cycle including system architecture, requirements derivation, conceptual and detailed design, system performance modeling, structural analysis, manufacturing and integration support, development testing, and qualification. You will participate in definition of component groups (e.g., hydraulic and electro-mechanical actuators, mechanisms, valves, manifolds, piping, and sensors) including design, specification, procurement, processing, testing, and discrepancy resolution of specific components. Additionally, you will identify and implement design changes to improve system reliability and reduce operational cost, participate in verification audits of existing components and subsystems, and participate in component and subsystem level testing including planning, execution, data reduction, and analysis. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Qualifications <ul><li>Minimum of a B.S. degree in in mechanical or aerospace engineering.</li><li>Minimum of two (2) years of experience in aerospace development or similar industries.</li><li>Demonstrated experience in aerospace or related industry in two or more of the following areas:</li><ul><li>Servo controlled hydraulic actuation.</li><li>Electro-mechanical actuation.</li><li>Mechanisms to deploy, lock, position, or similar application for high-reliability systems.</li><li>Common aerospace structural materials and surface treatments.</li><li>High-pressure fluid fittings, static seals, and dynamic actuator seals.</li><li>Hydraulic and fluid systems modeling and analysis.</li><li>Aerospace systems engineering principles and processes including requirements derivation, and verification planning and execution.</li></ul><li>Proficiency in 3D CAD programs such as NX, CATIA, SolidWorks, Creo, Pro/E, etc.</li><li>Experience in analysis including hand calculations and Finite Element Analysis (FEA).</li><li>Experience with GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5).</li><li>Strong written and verbal communication skills.</li><li>Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.</li><li>Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. </li></ul>Desired <ul><li>Four (4) years of experience in aerospace development or similar industries.</li><li>M.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.</li><li>Proficiency with Creo, Windchill, and Ansys.</li><li>Test instrumentation and data acquisition experience.</li><li>Hands-on experience with machining, building, and maintaining pressurized or mechanical systems.</li><li>Experience with launch vehicle, aircraft, or spacecraft manufacturing and integration. </li></ul>Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $89,820-$125,748 Compensation range for on site CO applicants is $82,335-$115,269 Other Site Ranges May Differ Inclusivity 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 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 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. 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. 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 Opportunity Blue 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 Accommodation Applicants 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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

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