Blue Origin
Senior Payload Accommodations Engineer - In-Space Systems
Blue Origin, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.
This role works across the Payload Accommodation subsystem and supports integrated solutions to achieve our vision of "millions of people living and working in space." This individual will apply customer management skills and systems engineering practices across various technical subject areas. Additionally, this role requires understanding and
supporting:
requirements analysis and traceability; functional analysis; systems analysis; safety analysis; technical performance monitoring; development of specialty engineering strategic approaches (operability, reliability, maintainability, supportability); and system product lifecycle processes. We are looking for someone to apply their technical
expertise
, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to increase accessibility to space. Passion for our mission and vision is
required
! Special Mentions: Relocation provided
(WA position) Travel expected up to 15% of the time Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Serve as customer-facing point-of-contact and technical advocate for
one or more payloads through the
full
payload lifecycle
(execution of contract through
payload integration and
launch)
Support the development, allocation, and verification of requirements
Assist
with the development of systems engineering
processes
and tools
, ensure
consistent implementation, and serve in a system integration
capacity
, working with multi-discipline teams to arrive at technical system solutions
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace engineering, Physics
8
+
years of proven experience in systems engineering principles and execution
Experience in one or more of the following areas
:
Payload accommodation
S
pacecraft
design,
development
,
integration
, and testing
Launch vehicles
Experience with project or program management
Enjoys a highly dynamic and fast-paced environment
Possess skills in strategic system thinking, excellent written and oral communication skills, proactive in moving the program forward through team collaborations to achieve
timely
decisions, ability to earn trust, and
maintain
positive and professional relationships
Knowledge of current systems engineering and integration tools and methodologies
Active or ability to acquire/renew Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph
Preferred Qualifications: M.S. degree in a relevant technical field
12
+
years of experience
Expertise
in the following areas:
Payload accommodation
System development/integration
At least one of the areas of analysis, design, or integrated testing
Launch vehicles
Focused subject area in one of the following: fluids, thermal, propulsion, avionics, or electrical hardware and/or software, telemetry/communications, structures, ground operations, or flight/ground autonomy
Experience with the following:
Reliability, maintainability, and operability analysis and execution
System safety
Testing
Experience with verification of requirements using tools like DOORS Next Generation, system lifecycle configuration management tools, and other functional analysis toolsets
Knowledgeable about system design and analysis and relations to element design at the flight and ground levels as well as
component
specification development
Familiarity with the entire product lifecycle, including ground equipment and operations, manufacturing, and ISC considerations
Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25
Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don't 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 you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't 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 Regulations 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 U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check Required for all positions: Blue's 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
Required 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 10,001 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, 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.
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.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue 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 Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at
EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com
.
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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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.
This role works across the Payload Accommodation subsystem and supports integrated solutions to achieve our vision of "millions of people living and working in space." This individual will apply customer management skills and systems engineering practices across various technical subject areas. Additionally, this role requires understanding and
supporting:
requirements analysis and traceability; functional analysis; systems analysis; safety analysis; technical performance monitoring; development of specialty engineering strategic approaches (operability, reliability, maintainability, supportability); and system product lifecycle processes. We are looking for someone to apply their technical
expertise
, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to increase accessibility to space. Passion for our mission and vision is
required
! Special Mentions: Relocation provided
(WA position) Travel expected up to 15% of the time Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Serve as customer-facing point-of-contact and technical advocate for
one or more payloads through the
full
payload lifecycle
(execution of contract through
payload integration and
launch)
Support the development, allocation, and verification of requirements
Assist
with the development of systems engineering
processes
and tools
, ensure
consistent implementation, and serve in a system integration
capacity
, working with multi-discipline teams to arrive at technical system solutions
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace engineering, Physics
8
+
years of proven experience in systems engineering principles and execution
Experience in one or more of the following areas
:
Payload accommodation
S
pacecraft
design,
development
,
integration
, and testing
Launch vehicles
Experience with project or program management
Enjoys a highly dynamic and fast-paced environment
Possess skills in strategic system thinking, excellent written and oral communication skills, proactive in moving the program forward through team collaborations to achieve
timely
decisions, ability to earn trust, and
maintain
positive and professional relationships
Knowledge of current systems engineering and integration tools and methodologies
Active or ability to acquire/renew Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph
Preferred Qualifications: M.S. degree in a relevant technical field
12
+
years of experience
Expertise
in the following areas:
Payload accommodation
System development/integration
At least one of the areas of analysis, design, or integrated testing
Launch vehicles
Focused subject area in one of the following: fluids, thermal, propulsion, avionics, or electrical hardware and/or software, telemetry/communications, structures, ground operations, or flight/ground autonomy
Experience with the following:
Reliability, maintainability, and operability analysis and execution
System safety
Testing
Experience with verification of requirements using tools like DOORS Next Generation, system lifecycle configuration management tools, and other functional analysis toolsets
Knowledgeable about system design and analysis and relations to element design at the flight and ground levels as well as
component
specification development
Familiarity with the entire product lifecycle, including ground equipment and operations, manufacturing, and ISC considerations
Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25
Other site ranges may differ Culture Statement Don't 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 you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't 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 Regulations 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 U.S.as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check Required for all positions: Blue's 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
Required 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 10,001 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, 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.
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.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue 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 Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at
EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com
.
Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
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