Avionics Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer III BNS Core Systems and Components

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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!

Avionics Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer III

Core Systems & Components Blue National Security

Build the Hardware That Protects Space Missions

Space is unforgiving extreme temperatures violent vibration and shock radiation and vacuum. The electronics that fly on Blue Origin spacecraft have to survive all of it and thats where you come in. Were looking for an experienced avionics packaging engineer to own ruggedized enclosures and mechanical systems from concept through flight release not just contribute to pieces of the job but drive it.

The Mission

Blue Origin is building the infrastructure for humanitys future in space. Every avionics box you design protects the systems that keep vehicles safe and missions on track. Youll work at the intersection of mechanical design electrical integration and space-environment survival alongside a curious collaborative team that takes pride in getting the hard problems right.

Your Impact

As an Avionics Mechanical Design and Analysis Engineer III youll lead development of the protective mechanical systems for spacecraft avionics shielding sensitive electronics from thermal extremes vibration shock radiation EMI and vacuum. Your technical calls will shape system reliability vehicle integration manufacturability and mission success.

What Youll Do

• Own complex avionics packaging assemblies (enclosures chassis mounting systems) across the full lifecycle requirements design analysis verification qualification release and production support

• Partner with electrical systems thermal structures manufacturing quality and test engineers to architect integrated packaging solutions for PCBAs connectors and harnessing

• Drive thermal structural vibration shock and fatigue analyses and lead trade studies balancing mass thermal/structural performance EMI/EMC protection manufacturability cost schedule and risk

• Deliver high-quality models drawings specs ICDs and configuration-controlled release packages applying GD&T per ASME Y14.5 to enable smooth manufacturing assembly and inspection

• Shape environmental test campaigns end-to-end planning hardware prep data review anomaly investigation root-cause analysis and verification closeout

• Mentor less-experienced engineers lead design reviews and engage suppliers through design changes and configuration management

What You Bring

• B.S. in Mechanical Aerospace or related engineering discipline; 5 years designing electromechanical assemblies avionics packaging or comparable aerospace hardware

• A track record owning mechanical designs across the full lifecycle requirements through production support

• Strong 3D CAD skills (Creo/Pro-E a plus) and solid command of GD&T/ASME Y14.5 drawing practices

• Experience integrating PCBAs connectors and cable/harness interfaces into mechanical assemblies with know-how in ruggedized design: thermal management structural protection vibration/shock survival vacuum compatibility EMI/EMC shielding

• Experience running or directing thermal and structural analyses for electronic packaging

• Independence to juggle multiple priorities communicate technical risk clearly and thrive cross-functionally

Bonus Points For

• M.S. in Mechanical Aerospace or related discipline; hands-on electronics thermal/structural/vibration/shock/fatigue analysis experience (solder fatigue methods like Steinberg/Engelmaier a plus)

• FEA experience (ANSYS preferred) and Windchill or similar PLM/configuration-management experience

• Harness design and workmanship know-how (IPC-A-620)

• Experience supporting environmental qualification/acceptance testing on aerospace or high-reliability hardware

• Background in spacecraft human spaceflight launch vehicle or other extreme-environment hardware development

• Track record mentoring junior engineers and leading design reviews

Base Pay 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 (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing 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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• 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

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