Blue Origin
Avionics Cable Harness Design Engineer III - New Glenn Stage 2 (Fixed-Term)
Blue Origin, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Avionics Cable Harness Design Engineer III - New Glenn Stage 2 (Fixed-Term)
Apply for the Avionics Cable Harness Design Engineer III - New Glenn Stage 2 (Fixed-Term) role at Blue Origin.
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’re 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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single‑configuration, heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low‑Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human‑capable.
As an Avionics Engineer you’ll play a pivotal role in the New Glenn Rocket program, collaborating with a skilled team to design, develop, and qualify critically important avionics hardware, enabling reliable and reusable spaceflight.
As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will directly contribute to planning, selection, development, sourcing and acceptance of avionics hardware for next‑generation launch vehicles. In a fast‑paced dynamic environment, you will play a crucial role in the integration and support of new avionics hardware for the New Glenn program. You will work closely with GNC engineers, electrical, mechanical, software, systems engineering, configuration & data management and assembly, integration & test, to ensure that the hardware components meet the requirements and perform as expected. You will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving hardware‑related issues during production, integration, and post‑flight phases.
Note: This position is a 12‑month fixed‑term position with full benefits.
Responsibilities
Design electrical harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication and high‑speed data signal
Select harness components and hardware, connectors, back shells, cable and wire
Apply EMI/RFI and harness shielding requirements
Build 3D routed harness data files using Creo (Pro/Engineer) Cabling and Routed System Designer (RSD)
Create harness detail and installation drawings, including 2‑D flat harness drawings from the 3‑D data sets
Design and integrate harness support brackets
Support design configuration development and trade studies
Provide technical guidance for hardware installation
Support assembly and testing of cables and harnesses
Maintain and report on activity schedule and technical status
Identify opportunities for improvement and operational cost and schedule savings
Minimum Qualifications
B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace or related engineering field
7+ years of experience designing wire harnesses for the aerospace industry
Experience with Creo, Windchill and Routed System Designer (RSD)
Knowledge of wire derating analysis
Familiar with IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 and NASA‑STD‑8739.4 standards
Strong electrical and mechanical design skills using 3‑D CAD software
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Pro/E Piping
Experience with other high‑end CAD routing software such as Unigraphics NX
Knowledge of harness fabrication and installation processes
Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft electrical/mechanical systems
Compensation California: $126,898.00 – $177,656.85 Colorado: $116,323.00 – $162,851.85 Washington: $126,898.00 – $177,656.85
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) with up to 5% company match, and Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and level, employees may be eligible for bonuses and other rewards at the company’s discretion.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. We provide all qualified applicants and employees equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Background Check All positions require a standard background check. Additional screening may be required for certain roles.
Export Control Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States.
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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’re 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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single‑configuration, heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low‑Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human‑capable.
As an Avionics Engineer you’ll play a pivotal role in the New Glenn Rocket program, collaborating with a skilled team to design, develop, and qualify critically important avionics hardware, enabling reliable and reusable spaceflight.
As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will directly contribute to planning, selection, development, sourcing and acceptance of avionics hardware for next‑generation launch vehicles. In a fast‑paced dynamic environment, you will play a crucial role in the integration and support of new avionics hardware for the New Glenn program. You will work closely with GNC engineers, electrical, mechanical, software, systems engineering, configuration & data management and assembly, integration & test, to ensure that the hardware components meet the requirements and perform as expected. You will also be involved in troubleshooting and resolving hardware‑related issues during production, integration, and post‑flight phases.
Note: This position is a 12‑month fixed‑term position with full benefits.
Responsibilities
Design electrical harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication and high‑speed data signal
Select harness components and hardware, connectors, back shells, cable and wire
Apply EMI/RFI and harness shielding requirements
Build 3D routed harness data files using Creo (Pro/Engineer) Cabling and Routed System Designer (RSD)
Create harness detail and installation drawings, including 2‑D flat harness drawings from the 3‑D data sets
Design and integrate harness support brackets
Support design configuration development and trade studies
Provide technical guidance for hardware installation
Support assembly and testing of cables and harnesses
Maintain and report on activity schedule and technical status
Identify opportunities for improvement and operational cost and schedule savings
Minimum Qualifications
B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace or related engineering field
7+ years of experience designing wire harnesses for the aerospace industry
Experience with Creo, Windchill and Routed System Designer (RSD)
Knowledge of wire derating analysis
Familiar with IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 and NASA‑STD‑8739.4 standards
Strong electrical and mechanical design skills using 3‑D CAD software
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with Pro/E Piping
Experience with other high‑end CAD routing software such as Unigraphics NX
Knowledge of harness fabrication and installation processes
Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft electrical/mechanical systems
Compensation California: $126,898.00 – $177,656.85 Colorado: $116,323.00 – $162,851.85 Washington: $126,898.00 – $177,656.85
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) with up to 5% company match, and Education Support Program.
Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and level, employees may be eligible for bonuses and other rewards at the company’s discretion.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. We provide all qualified applicants and employees equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
Background Check All positions require a standard background check. Additional screening may be required for certain roles.
Export Control Applicants must be eligible for employment in the United States.
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