Mission Operations Engineer III – Blue Ring

Blue Origin

Job Location:

Reston, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 130706 - 182987

Posted on: 3 days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Application close date:

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.

As a Mission Operations Engineer you will collaborate with cross-functional teams spanning both space and ground segments to ensure the readiness and flawless execution of on-orbit flight operations for Blue Ring spacecraft.Youllplay a key role in developing operational concepts producing critical operations products and providing on-console leadership during early on-orbit mission phases. Yourexpertiseand initiative will directly enable Blue Origin to deliver and sustain next-generation space capabilities for a broad set of customers. The ideal candidate is a systems thinker with a relentless end-user and customer focus deep attention to detail and the drive tobuildBlue Rings mission operations from the ground up.

Join us in enabling Blue Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space tobenefitearth - passion for our mission is!

Special Mentions:

Based atReston VA orSeattle WAoffices.Relocation provided.

Responsibilities:

Contribute to mission planning operations conceptstoolsand processesthat enable highly effective and labor-efficient real-time spacecraft and ground system operation.
Work in multidisciplinary teams to develop detailed operations procedures executables telemetry displays technical documentation and other products.
Drive operations towardever-increasinglevels ofefficiency and reliability throughautomation and the application of AI/ML technologies.
Ensure deliverables meet applicable quality standards while promotingmaximumreuse and backward compatibility.
Conduct testing and validation of ops products using a variety of hardware and software simulation environments that span the space and ground domains.
Support systems engineering and other disciplines in developing a spacecraft concept of operations ensuring efficiency and operability for the end-user.
Create detailed test procedures tovalidateend-to-end system capabilities.
Analyze and assess ground stationselectionforoptimalcommunications availability.
Support mission readiness activities including mission rehearsals mission timeline developmentand post-launch test development.
Provideon-console supportduringspacecraft launch and early orbit phase including shift work from Blue Origins mission control facilities.
Monitor spacecraft state-of-health across all subsystems perform trending and analyses and track spacecraft and ground system configurations.
Support the troubleshooting and resolution of on-orbit anomalies as part of an anomaly response team.
Foster continuous improvement by contributing tracking and implementing lessons-learned for the benefit of future missions.

Qualifications:

B.S. in Aerospace Computer ScienceElectricalSystems or related fields
5years of proven experiencein spacecraft operations development and execution including real-time support for on-orbit operations.
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced dynamic work environment

Desired:

M.S. inSpace SystemsComputer Science or Aerospace Engineering
Direct support for a commercial or government spacecraft operations organization as well as a deep understanding of their use cases and approach to operations.
Experience with multi-manifest spacecraft missions and developing operations for hosted or separable payloads.
Proficiencywithcommand-and-controlscripting languages such as Python SPELL STOL or JAS
Experience working withvirtualizedGround Software (e.g. Command & Control Mission Planning Flight Dynamics Electronic Procedures Software Simulators)
Experience with mission planning and contact planning tools.
Experience with scrummethodologyand agile product development.
Experience in full development lifecycle of space systems ground segments.
Mission analysis flightplanningand timeline development (tool and analysis)
Experience designing and evaluating operational readiness tests integrated with hardware-in-the-loop and software-in-the-loop simulators.
Experience with operational faultand anomalymanagement.
Experience with performing system safety analyses including Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA) Failure Modes Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA) and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA)

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $130706.00 - $182987.70

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 (obtained before onboarding) 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.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

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 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. 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 sex 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 Know Your Rights please see here.

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Application close date: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 ...