ROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) Leader Project Design Engineer, Level III or higher

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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!

Blue Origin is seeking a technically exceptional and results-drivenleader to own the end-to-end design development and delivery of theROV (Remote Operated Vehicle) supporting New Glenn launch operations at the pad. The ROV is a critical piece of GSE (Ground Support Equipment) enabling safe execution of hazardous operations removing personnel from harms way while maintaining the precision and reliability that New Glenn demands.

This is ahigh-visibility high-accountability rolethat requires deep technical expertise across mechanical fluids robotics end effector systems controls hardware and software combined with the leadership courage to drive decisions at speed cross organizational boundaries and deliver on commitments. The leader will have singular accountability for this program from requirements definition through commissioning and turnover to the New Glenn launch operations team.

You will operate with a high degree of autonomy lead a multidisciplinary engineering team and interface directly with senior leadership on program status budget and schedule. This is not a role for a passenger it requires an owner.

Responsibilities:

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as thesingle accountable ownerfor all aspects of the ROV program requirements design fabrication testing commissioning and turnover to the New Glenn launch operations team
• Provide forward path program status and anomaly resolution updates to senior leadership with clarity and confidence
• Lead the full design lifecycle of the ROV system including mechanical structures fluid systems robotics end effectors control systems and communication architecture
• Develop and managesystem-level requirementsderived from New Glenn launch operations pad safety constraints and mission objectives
• Drive trade studies and design decisions that optimize performance reliability maintainability and operational safety
• Oversee development of the ROVs remote operation capabilities sensor suites manipulator systems and communication architecture
• Establish and maintain a rigorousdesign verification and validation (V&V) strategythrough all phases of development
• Plan and conduct design reviews at each technical milestone includingPDR CDR and TRR to ensure technical readiness and alignment with program requirements
• Partner closely withLaunch Operations Pad Engineering Safety & Mission Assurance Software Engineering and Systems Engineeringto ensure the ROV design meets all operational and safety requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degreein Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Robotics Systems Engineering or a related technical field
• 10 yearsof progressive engineering experience with demonstrated leadership of complex technical programs
• Proven experience leading the design and development ofrobotic systems remote operated vehicles or autonomous ground equipment
• Demonstrated ability to own a program end-to-end with accountability fortechnical performance cost and schedule
• Experience driving hardware fromconcept through manufacturing test and operational deployment
• Exceptional communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to lead high-performing engineering teams
• Ability to obtain and maintain aU.S. Government security clearanceif required

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree or PhDin a relevant engineering discipline
• Experience inlaunch vehicle ground support equipmentor aerospace launch operations
• Background inhazardous operations robotics(e.g. nuclear oil & gas defense subsea)
• Familiarity withROS (Robot Operating System) real-time control systems or autonomous vehicle frameworks
• Experience withhydraulic and pneumatic actuation systems
• Knowledge ofNFPA MIL-STD or NASA safety standardsapplicable to launch pad operations
• Prior experience as aSingle Threaded Leader Program Manager or Chief Engineerwith full lifecycle accountability
• Passion forspace explorationand a personal drive to enable humanitys future in space

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.

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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.

• Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys 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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