Senior Ground Navigation Engineer - Blue Ring
Senior Ground Navigation Engineer - Blue Ring
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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.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!
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.Our space systems must perform vehicle navigation considering multiple propulsion system types (chemical and electric propulsion) multiple measurement sources (GPS and radiometric) and destination regimes (geostationary and cislunar space). As part of a hardworking team of engineers you will join our Astrodynamics and Trajectory Execution team as a Senior Ground Navigation Engineer. You will be an individual contributor and domain expert for ground-based orbit determination of our vehicle during algorithm development as well as flight operations.
You will be responsible for exemplifying standard methodologies balanced technical judgment and outstanding work ethic in a time-constrained are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is !
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform ground-based statistical orbit determination analysis of our design reference missions and upcoming Blue Ring flights.
Perform detailed trade studies for the navigation performance of our vehicle under different operational assumptions.
Develop navigation capabilities for implementation in our flight dynamics system. Support verification and validation of flight dynamics operational software including:
Perform Monte Carlo analysis of maneuver designs considering chemical and electric propulsion systems.
Support the navigation process during live mission operations performing orbital estimation maneuver planning and maneuver execution.
Deliver results in accordance with Agile methodology of development.
Present results and support gated reviews.
Minimum Qualifications:
M.S. in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Electrical Engineering or related fields.
7 years of validated experience focused on mission design and navigation.
Strong fundamentals in ground-based satellite navigation and statistical orbit determination.
Basic fundamentals in orbital mechanics astrodynamics and trajectory optimization.
Experience performing spacecraft navigation in flight operations.
Experience in developing flight dynamics software.
Applied experience in navigation tools such as Monte STK/ODTK FreeFlyer or GMAT.
Experience in at least one of the following languages: Julia Python C or MATLAB.
Demonstrated knowledge of the mission design lifecycle from conceptualization through operational flight.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships.
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Electrical Engineering or related fields.
Applied expertise in ground-based satellite navigation and statistical orbit determination processes including radiometric and GPS.
Experience using the Monte software package.
Experience with electric propulsion satellite missions and/or GPS commercial satellite missions.
Experience in development of spacecraft through the full engineering lifecycle.
Experience defining planning and documenting ConOps for spacecraft missions.
Experience working on and effectively presenting with a distributed team.
Experience with DevOps processes including configuration control continuous development and deployment workflows Agile methodologies software code review.
Previous experience with software development tooling such as Jira git Jenkins Docker and at least one IDE.
Recognized expert in the community through conference and/or peer reviewed articles.
Active or ability to acquire Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph preferred.
Compensation Range for:
CA applicants is $152235.00-$213127.95;CO applicants is $139979.00-$195969.90;WA applicants is $152235.00-$213127.95Other 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.
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Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
