Blue Origin
System Safety & Reliability Engineer III - Lunar Permanence
Blue Origin, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
Overview
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. We are developing 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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will work as a Safety Systems Engineer supporting the Core Avionics group. Core Avionics oversees the development and test of a variety of electrical components including power, command and data handling, and guidance, navigation and control systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and your dedicated commitment and detailed attention will further the cause of safe and repeatable spaceflight. In this role, you will develop system safety and reliability processes and work products necessary to support lifecycle development of vehicle Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) system architectures. You will directly influence system requirements and support system trades to ensure safe and reliable operations in space. You will work directly with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program. You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Special Mentions: Relocation provided Travel not typically expected, but on an as need basis up to 15% Responsibilities
Develop Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and reliability analysis for GNC hardware Support in developing Fault Tree Analyses (FTA), Hazard Sheets, Common Cause Analyses (CCA), Architecture Safety Allocations (ASA), Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP) Develop reliability predictions for avionics components Ensure traceability between subsystem and component functions, requirements, and safety artifacts Collaborate with Vehicle Systems Engineers to ensure commonality across safety products Minimum Qualifications
B.S. degree or equivalent relevant experience in engineering or another related technical field Strong system safety and mission assurance fundamentals Must have authored Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and Fault Tree Analyses (FTA) Experience with reliability predictions per MIL-HDBK-217F, 217Plus, PRISM, etc. Experience with requirements development/management tools such as DOORS Next Gen or JAMA Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Preferred Qualifications
M.S. in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical subject area Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles and practices such as requirements definition, requirements traceability, functional decomposition, and verification and validation 8+ years experience on large engineering systems in industries such as aerospace or automotive Experience with software and complex hardware certification in accordance with DO178 and DO254, or similar design assurance standards Experience with aerospace safety standards (e.g. MIL-STD-882, SAE ARP-4761) Experience with reliability data sources such as NPRD, EPRD and utilizing Windchill software tool for reliability models and FTAs Experience with reliability/life test design (failure modes discovery, life demonstration, and screening), Weibull analysis and parameter estimation, stress-strength interference analyses, probability distribution estimation, reliability growth modeling, and probabilistic risk analysis Experience with Physics of Failure and relevant analysis toolsets (e.g. Ansys Sherlock) Applied industry experience with spaceborne avionics Compensation and Benefits
Compensation ranges are country and site dependent. For example, CO applicants: $116,323.00-$162,851.85; WA applicants: $126,898.00-$177,656.85. Other site ranges may differ. Culture and Policies
Culture Statement: Don’t meet all desired requirements? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check
Blue's Standard Background Check required for all positions Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if required Driver qualifications for certain profiles may apply for drivers operating certain vehicles or hazardous materials Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, Education Support Program Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year plus up to 14 holidays Discretionary bonus: Rewards individual contributions and company results Benefits vary by role type; check with recruiter for details Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire on qualifications, performance, and abilities and foster a workplace free of discrimination. We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other protected status. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants seeking information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans or needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact EEOCompliance at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Note: this inbox is publicly managed; do not include personal medical information in requests. California Applicant Privacy Notice
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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. We are developing 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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will work as a Safety Systems Engineer supporting the Core Avionics group. Core Avionics oversees the development and test of a variety of electrical components including power, command and data handling, and guidance, navigation and control systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and your dedicated commitment and detailed attention will further the cause of safe and repeatable spaceflight. In this role, you will develop system safety and reliability processes and work products necessary to support lifecycle development of vehicle Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) system architectures. You will directly influence system requirements and support system trades to ensure safe and reliable operations in space. You will work directly with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program. You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Special Mentions: Relocation provided Travel not typically expected, but on an as need basis up to 15% Responsibilities
Develop Functional Hazard Assessments (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and reliability analysis for GNC hardware Support in developing Fault Tree Analyses (FTA), Hazard Sheets, Common Cause Analyses (CCA), Architecture Safety Allocations (ASA), Hazard and Operability Studies (HAZOP) Develop reliability predictions for avionics components Ensure traceability between subsystem and component functions, requirements, and safety artifacts Collaborate with Vehicle Systems Engineers to ensure commonality across safety products Minimum Qualifications
B.S. degree or equivalent relevant experience in engineering or another related technical field Strong system safety and mission assurance fundamentals Must have authored Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA), Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analyses (FMECA), and Fault Tree Analyses (FTA) Experience with reliability predictions per MIL-HDBK-217F, 217Plus, PRISM, etc. Experience with requirements development/management tools such as DOORS Next Gen or JAMA Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills Preferred Qualifications
M.S. in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical subject area Strong understanding of Systems Engineering principles and practices such as requirements definition, requirements traceability, functional decomposition, and verification and validation 8+ years experience on large engineering systems in industries such as aerospace or automotive Experience with software and complex hardware certification in accordance with DO178 and DO254, or similar design assurance standards Experience with aerospace safety standards (e.g. MIL-STD-882, SAE ARP-4761) Experience with reliability data sources such as NPRD, EPRD and utilizing Windchill software tool for reliability models and FTAs Experience with reliability/life test design (failure modes discovery, life demonstration, and screening), Weibull analysis and parameter estimation, stress-strength interference analyses, probability distribution estimation, reliability growth modeling, and probabilistic risk analysis Experience with Physics of Failure and relevant analysis toolsets (e.g. Ansys Sherlock) Applied industry experience with spaceborne avionics Compensation and Benefits
Compensation ranges are country and site dependent. For example, CO applicants: $116,323.00-$162,851.85; WA applicants: $126,898.00-$177,656.85. Other site ranges may differ. Culture and Policies
Culture Statement: Don’t meet all desired requirements? We encourage you to apply anyway. You may be the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check
Blue's Standard Background Check required for all positions Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if required Driver qualifications for certain profiles may apply for drivers operating certain vehicles or hazardous materials Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, Education Support Program Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year plus up to 14 holidays Discretionary bonus: Rewards individual contributions and company results Benefits vary by role type; check with recruiter for details Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire on qualifications, performance, and abilities and foster a workplace free of discrimination. We provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or other protected status. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants seeking information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans or needing a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact EEOCompliance at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Note: this inbox is publicly managed; do not include personal medical information in requests. California Applicant Privacy Notice
If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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