Energetics Launch Vehicle Engineer III

Application close date:

At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

As part of a hardworking team of specialists technicians and engineers you will support the refurbishment cycles of the fielded flight vehicles by creating and implementing design changes identifying and dispositioning non-conformances supporting preflight integrated vehicle testing and leading all aspects of preventative vehicle maintenance in the Crew Capsules Primary Decelerator Separation and Escape subsystems. You will support the Vehicle Managers in performing risk assessment before rollout of the vehicles for launch. Following a New Shepard mission you will perform post-flight data reviews of your assigned systems and work hand in hand with the maintenance team review inspection results and implement repairs and upgrades to get the vehicle ready for another safe flight.

You will have to learn and understand the vehicle systems as well as the requirements that govern our standards and practices. You will implement that knowledge to write safe and executable work instructions and revise procedures to enable efficiencies and expand capabilities. You will collaborate across teams to assure replacements and spares are ready for vehicle integration. Every day our team draws upon a wide breadth of engineering skills along with a team of highly experienced technicians to improve our processes and the refurbishment workflow.

This is a job that requires you to be a hands-on highly collaborative and energetic individual who always welcomes a challenge. You are motivated to do or learn whatever is necessary to achieve our goals while maintaining the high standards essential for safe human spaceflight. At Blue Origin youll benefit from working alongside highly skilled and technically proficient colleagues who are eager to share their knowledge and help you succeed. Passion for our mission and vision is required and youll have the support of our expert team to grow and excel in your role!

This position can be located in either Kent WA or Van Horn TX working a regular M-F.

Special Mentions:

• Location options:
  • Littleton CO
  • Kent WA
  • Van Horn TX
• Relocation provided
• Travel expected: Up to 20% to other Blue facilities and Suppliers
• Shifts available: Mon-Fri 1st shift

Van Horn Specific information

Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations the West Texas Site in Van Horn TX offers eligible employees additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employees ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn TX or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent experience.
• 8 years (depending on level) of proven technical experience in the development procurement or sustainment of systems in one or more of the following fields: energetics automotive propulsion hydraulics avionics life support.
• Knowledge and practical application with all basic engineering fields mechanisms fluids electrical software etc.
• Experienced in reading interpreting and generating engineering drawings and CAD models and applying their specific intent.
• Proficient and proven technical communication ability including written visual and verbal to wide audiences of varying backgrounds.
• Demonstrates strong planning organizational and multitasking skills capable of prioritizing and managing multiple concurrent issues while ensuring effective communication with customers.
• Experience developing reviewing and approving supplier statements of work (SOW) and other technical products.
• Experience evaluating and correcting technical requirements within contracts.
• 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.
• Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated track record of developing and deploying energetic equipment within schedule and budget.
• Proficiency collaborating with a cross-functional team of engineers including internal and external teams.
• Familiarity with common energetics test methodologies and reliability assessments.
• Experience generating manufacturing and inspection plans corrective action requests and root cause analysis.
• Experience in system risk assessment and hazard analysis techniques such as PFMEA HETA FMECA.
• Demonstrated track record in the full lifecycle management of energetic systems and components within Aerospace or a related field.
• Certification in ordnance handling and/or familiarity with pyrotechnic devices and/or solid rocket motors.

Compensation Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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 Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

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 Origins Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us at.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.