Mechanisms Engineer III - Space Systems Development

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required.

This position is part of the Space Systems Development (SSD) business unit. SSD develops next-generation concepts and systems to advance our future of living and working in space sustainably.

As part of a growing, hardworking, and curious team of design engineers, you’ll apply your skill in the design and analysis of spacecraft mechanisms for a new spacecraft. You will deliver safe, reliable, ready-to-install hardware that meets requirements, while doing so within the allocated cost and schedule requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Design mechanisms for space flight which may include, actuators, connection systems, parachute deployment mechanisms, docking mechanisms, umbilical connections and release mechanisms.
• Participate in the entire design cycle of flight hardware, including conceptual and detailed design, trade studies, structural analysis, development testing, and qualification.
• Generate component drawings, assembly drawings, and interface control documents with application of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Create documentation for assembly and testing of development and flight hardware.
• Coordinate and participate in component or subsystem level testing including planning, execution, data reduction and analysis.
• Develop component specifications and manage suppliers.
• Leverage experience and engineering judgement 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.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years experience designing aerospace or equivalent type mechanical system elements within aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles.
• Strong mechanical design, integration, and mechanism analysis skills using 3D modeling and simulation tools (CREO preferred).
• Experience with GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5) and performing tolerance stacks.
• Knowledge of manufacturing, assembly, integration, and qualification testing.
• Proficient in technical writing, communicating complex ideas clearly and concisely.
• Experience specifying and justifying margins and test sequences for aerospace systems.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• 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.

Desired:

• Experience in spacecraft mechanism design.
• Experience with fluid and pneumatic systems, electro-magnetic actuators, or energetic separation systems.
• Experience in aerospace deployable devices design such as doors, and sensors.
• Familiarity with metallic, composite, and ceramic materials.
• Familiarity with dynamic systems modeling (Adams or similar).
• Experience in structural FEA using ANSYS, NASTRAN or similar tools.
• Experience in DFMEA and FTA.
• Experience with space environments.
• Experience in design for manufacturability, tooling, and design to cost.
• Mass and cost estimation experience and techniques.

Compensation Range for WA applicants: $111,690.00-$156,366.00. Other site ranges may differ.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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.

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