Mechanical Engineer (electronics Packaging)

Mechanical Engineer

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.

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to architect, design, and validate the optomechanical packaging for fiber/laser amplifier systems used in space optical communication links. You will own the mechanical design from concept through qualification and production, ensuring alignment stability, survivability through launch, and reliable on-orbit performance.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates
• Travel may be required up to 10% of the time for supplier visits, testing, and collaboration with cross-functional teams

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Define requirements, interfaces, and budgets with photonics, electrical, systems, and manufacturing teams
• Develop packaging architectures for amplifier modules: chassis, mounts, fiber routing/strain relief, fixtures, enclosures, and contamination control
• Create CAD models and drawings; perform tolerance stackups; author assembly procedures and work instructions
• Design for thermal performance: conduction/radiation paths, heat spreaders/straps, TEC/heater integration, emissivity coatings, and MLI; build and correlate thermal models
• Perform structural analyses (hand calculations and FEA) for static, modal, random vibration, and shock; fastener/joint analysis and margin reporting
• Manage fiberspecific mechanics: bend radius, spooling, clamps, feedthroughs, and connector strain relief
• Select spaceappropriate materials and finishes considering outgassing, cleanliness, venting, and surface treatments
• Support environmental testing (TVAC, thermal cycling, vibration, shock): test setup, instrumentation, data review, and corrective actions
• Collaborate with suppliers/CMs on manufacturability, quality, and leadtime; drive DFM/DFA and transition to production
• Own BOMs and configuration control throughout the product lifecycle

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field
• 5+ years in optomechanical or highreliability electronics packaging, preferably aerospace or similar environments
• Proficiency with 3D CAD and drawings (e.g., Creo, NX, or SolidWorks); strong GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance analysis
• Demonstrated structural and thermal design skills; experience with FEA and thermal modeling supported by hand calculations
• Experience taking hardware from proto@type through environmental qualification and into production
• Handson assembly/alignment experience in lab or cleanroom settings; fixture and tooling design
• Clear communicator with strong crossfunctional collaboration and documentation skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Thermal analysis tools (e.g., Thermal Desktop/SINDA, ESATAN-TMS, Icepak/FLOTHERM) and test/mode