Mechanical Design Engineer III - Blue Ring

Blue Origin Job Opportunity

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 is within the In-Space Systems Structures & Mechanisms Integrated Product Team, supporting Blue Ring, a high-powered hybrid solar electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft designed for unparalleled mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at significantly reduced costs. It provides comprehensive capabilities for maneuvering, hosting, and deploying payloads and infrastructure services across Earth orbits, the Moon, Mars, interplanetary regions, and near-Earth asteroids. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will design various structural elements and mechanical systems for the spacecraft, ranging from baseline vehicle architecture to mission-unique equipment and vehicle upgrades.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• Multiple positions available

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participate in the entire design cycle of flight hardware, including conceptual and detailed design, trade studies, structural analysis, development testing, and qualification.
• Generate 3D models, component drawings, assembly drawings, and interface control documents.
• Create command media for assembly and testing of development and flight hardware.
• Participate in subsystem level testing including planning, execution, data reduction, and analysis.
• Develop component specifications and manage suppliers.
• Provide manufacturing and production support.
• Leverage experience and engineering judgment to quickly design and produce non-flight, proof of concept hardware for fast-moving research and development projects.
• Participate in a small, agile team to create and adapt to frequently shifting priorities.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or a related subject area.
• 5+ years of experience in designing, developing, and producing complex engineered products.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software.
• Proficient in the application of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5.
• Demonstrated ability to build trusting and effective working relationships that improve team performance and deliver results.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with experience in coordinating small to medium-sized teams.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Preferred Qualifications:

• Spacecraft primary or secondary structure design experience.
• Ability to apply structural mechanics principles and develop designs using hand calculations and finite element analysis.
• Experience with FEM analysis tools: Nastran, ANSYS, OptiStruct, FEMAP.
• Experience with rapid development techniques for hardware.
• Familiarity with systems engineering practices, manufacturing processes, and quality control.
• Proficiency in dimensional variation analysis.
• Experience with optimization and DOE methods as applied to design, analysis, and testing.
• Proven experience with core project management skills, including logic-linked scheduling, budget and schedule variance tracking.