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Aerospace Systems Engineer III at Blue Origin

Blue Origin Seattle, WA

Job Description

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!This role is part of the New Shepard program. New Shepard is a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Kármán line the internationally recognized boundary of space. Through operational reusability New Shepard supports our mission of lowering the cost of access to space.As part of a multidisciplinary team of Avionics engineers you will deliver Avionics hardware systems to New Shepard. You will be integrated with our rocket program and technical leads to drive requirements definition modeling analysis design test and production release of on-vehicle launch components and sub-systems.This is a hands-on position that will involve you in all aspects of engineering design fabrication installation test and operations support.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and dedication to quality toward safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission is required!Note that Blue Origin is a dog-friendly workplace.Special Mentions:Relocation providedTravel expected up to 10% of the timeInterviews will include a technical assessmentResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Create and modify 3D models in Creo of mechanical Avionics components assemblies and installationsInitiate and track engineering releases through WindchillCreate and track progress via Jira tickets engaging in agile project management and participating in daily standups and other sprint meetingsPerform design material and component trade studies and risk assessmentsAuthor and review technical documents including drawings analysis reports and proceduresConduct and participate in design and readiness reviewsCommunicate technical information using verbal written and presentation formatsAs necessary plan and conduct engineering validation testsReview and interpret test results and dataManage priorities and tasks to meet promised dates for deliverablesEffectively engage with personnel from other teams including Electrical Systems Manufacturing Test Engineering Production Procurement and Quality.Minimum Qualifications:Passion for Blue Origins mission: Millions of people living and working in space!B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar field5 years of recent experience designing high reliability mechanical assembliesProven Mechanical design skills using 3-D CAD software such as Creo or SolidWorksStrong understanding of mechanical engineering structural design and analysis methods (Bruhn Marks Standard Handbook Shigley)Proficiency with ANSYS Mechanical or equivalent finite element analysis applicationsCompetency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) and familiarity with ASME Y14.5 and standard drawing practices in ASME Y14.100Preferred Qualifications:M.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent engineering field8 years of recent experience designing high reliability mechanical assembliesExtensive experience with PTC Creo 10 and PTC WindchillExperience designing wiring harnesses 3D routing designing harnessing supports and creating harnessing drawingsExperience crafting and building electro-mechanical assembliesExperience with fatigue analysis and fracture mechanicsExperience with environmental testing including thermal testing vibration and shockExperience with aerospace launch vehicle or spacecraft mechanical and/or avionics systemsHands-on practical mechanical abilitiesFlexibility and openness to tackling varied assignments and learning new skillsCompensation Range for:WA applicants is $117498.00-$164497.20Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont 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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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 OpportunityBlue 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us at. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here. Key Skills Aerospace Engineering,Clearance,Engineerig support,FAA,Fortran,Nasa,C#,C++,Matlab,Electrical Systems,Project Management,Java,Structural Analysis,CAAD,Technical Reports Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 117498 - 164497

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