Sr. Mechanical Engineer Space Resources

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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!

We invite you to be a part of our Space Resources Program. This initiative is at the forefront of developing In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies destined for the Moon and beyond. If youre passionate about our mission and are looking to make a meaningful contribution you might just be the ideal candidate to join our innovative and forward-thinking team.

In this hands-on role you will be based entirely on-site at our Los Angeles facility collaborating closely with the Space Resources Program team. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer to own critical electromechanical system design decisions from requirements definition through detailed design analysis and test. You will lead the design and integration of complex electromechanical assemblies for extreme thermal dynamic and pressure environments including high-temperature and molten material applications. You will drive credible technical calls with incomplete data partner with thermal and systems leads to rapidly converge on robust producible solutions leveraging advanced materials and manufacturing processes and champion hardware testing to retire critical risks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced highly collaborative environment excels at communicating complex technical challenges and is comfortable balancing technical risk schedule pressure and evolving program needs while mentoring and elevating the broader engineering team.

Responsibilities:

• Own electromechanical systems end-to-endfrom concept through production including integrated schedule development and risk retirement through focused hardware testing in extreme environments.
• Drive technical leadershipacross design reviews supplier partnerships and production teams to ensure manufacturability and alignment with project objectives
• Design integrated electromechanical solutionsleveraging advanced materials (ceramics exotic metals) for extreme thermal dynamic and pressure environments including high-temperature and molten material applications
• Conduct comprehensive engineering analysis(thermal structural tolerance and failure mode analysis) using both analytical methods and finite element analysis to validate performance
• Develop detailed technical documentationincluding 3D models production drawings and design specifications optimized for machining and assembly in vacuum and inert gas environments
• Communicate complex technical challenges and solutionseffectively across cross-functional teams suppliers and leadership to drive informed decision-making

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering aerospace engineering or related engineering discipline
• 7 years of professional experience in mechanical/electromechanical design analysis testing and/or manufacturing with 2 years of hands-on project leadership experience with complex mechanical systems
• Proficient with CAD and FEA software packages (thermal structural and advanced nonlinear analyses) with strong capability in hand calculations and computer-aided design
• Working knowledge of GD&T with demonstrated application in design and tolerance stack-up analysis
• Proven experience designing thermal componentsfor extreme temperature environments with demonstrated capability in thermal analysis and management of thermally-induced stresses.
• Solid understanding of structural analysis failure modes and root cause investigation
• Working experience in vacuum and/or inert gas environments with knowledge of advanced materials (ceramics exotic metals specialty alloys) and their application
• Excellent technical communication skills; able to articulate complex engineering challenges and solutions to wide audiences
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in agile fast-paced development environment
• Ability to mentor and develop junior engineers while elevating overall team capability and performance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
• Working experience with CREO CAD software and ANSYS Mechanical for thermal and structural analysis
• Demonstrated experience designing large-scale mechanical ground systems mechanisms and GSE (Ground Support Equipment)
• Experience with fatigue and thermal testing of electromechanical assemblies
• Proven track record working on early-stage deep tech hardware development with demonstrated ability to scale products from early development through industrialization
• Exposure to industrial applications with focus on design for manufacturability cost optimization and high-volume production
• Advanced experience designing for extreme thermal environments and vacuum applications
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and communication skills (written and oral)

Compensation Range for:

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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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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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