Mechanical Design Engineer II – Blue Ring Mechanisms

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 Mechanisms 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 engineers, specialists, and technicians, you will develop mechanical systems for the Blue Ring spacecraft, ranging from incremental improvement of current hardware to development of new innovative systems to enable improved mission capability!

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, build & integration support, and qualification
• Design mechanisms for space flight which may include gimbaling mechanisms, deployment devices, separation systems, hold-down & release mechanisms, and antenna pointing devices
• Generate component drawings, assembly drawings, and interface control documents with application of GD&T
• Create documentation for assembly and testing of development and flight hardware
• Perform subsystem level testing including planning, execution, data reduction and analysis
• Develop component & subsystem level specifications and manage suppliers
• Leverage experience and engineering judgement to quickly design and produce 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 degree in Engineering
• 2+ years of experience designing aerospace or equivalent type mechanical system elements within aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles.
• Foundational skills in mechanical design, integration, and mechanism analysis using 3D modeling and simulation tools (CREO preferred).
• Experience with Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y1.45)
• Knowledge of manufacturing, assembly, integration, and qualification testing
• Proficient in technical writing, communicating sophisticated ideas clearly and concisely.

Preferred Qualifications

• Orbital transfer vehicle or satellite spacecraft program experience
• Experience with development of gimbaling mechanisms, deployment devices, separation systems, hold-down & release mechanisms, or antenna pointing devices
• Ability to apply structural mechanics principles and develop designs using hand calculations and finite element analysis
• Experience with FEM analysis tools: Nastran, ANSYS, OptiStruct, or FEMAP
• Experience collaborating on multi-disciplinary design solutions (mechanical, power, harnessing, propulsion, etc.)
• Active Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance

Compensation Range For

CA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35 CO applicants is $90,934.00 - $127,307.25 WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35

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
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