Sr Aerospace Systems Engineer BNS Core 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!

Role Overview:
Are you ready to transform the way we reach space Blue Origins National Security division is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to join our Core Systems and Components this influential role you will architect and deliver cutting-edge mission-critical systems that empower U.S. government and defense initiatives. Working alongside world-class multidisciplinary teams youll drive the development of resilient scalable solutions for next-generation spacecraft and ground systems. Bring your vision and expertise to Blue Originand help us redefine whats possible in national security space.

• Lead technical development integration and validation of spacecraft/ground system architectures and subsystems.
• Develop system requirements interface definitions and verification plans.
• Drive the end-to-end systems engineering lifecycle: concept risk analysis trade studies design test and delivery.
• Interface with government customers and internal stakeholders to capture mission needs and translate them into actionable system requirements.
• Serve as technical mentor for junior engineers fostering growth and knowledge sharing.
• Identify mitigate and track risks across system design and integration.
• Prepare and deliver technical presentations documentation and status reports.
• Support proposal development and technology road mapping for future systems.

• Bachelors degree in systems engineering aerospace engineering electrical engineering computer engineering or related field.
• 7 years of experience in systems engineering for aerospace or defense platforms.
• Deep familiarity with electro-mechanical devices and control systems.
• Proven ability to identify and mature technologies from outside the space market and adapt them for flight applications.
• Systems Engineering experience across multidisciplinary domains for space including electronics software FPGA magnetics controls and mechanical engineering.
• Proven success in applying Design-for-X principles (Cost Production Testability etc.) in system development.
• Experience integrating rapid iterative development processes with hardware-centric systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency throughout the full systems engineering lifecycle with emphasis on system architecture formulation and balancing requirements.
• Working knowledge of industry standards (e.g. MIL-STD NASA standards).
• Experience with model-based systems engineering tools and practices.
• Familiarity with JIRA and Confluence collaboration tools.
• Strong desire to leverage AI tools in daily work and in the systems engineering process.

• Advanced degree (MS/PhD) in relevant engineering discipline.
• Familiarity with software-hardware co-design in mission-critical systems.
• Experience with system reliability and sustainment engineering.
• Experience with Guidance Navigation and Control (GNC) components such as sensors actuators or flight algorithms.
• Hands-on experience with reaction wheels or other spacecraft attitude control subsystems.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

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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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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

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• 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.

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