Blueorigin

Engineer - Mechanical II

Los Angeles, CA · Mid

Work authorization required$99k-$139kDetected 1 day ago

SpringProduct ManagementANSYSStructural AnalysisGD&TRoboticsAerospace EngineeringElectrical EngineeringHardware DesignLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingOrganizational SkillsActuators

About the role

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
We aim to "Mine the Sky" through the development of practical In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) solutions.

Responsibilities

Participate in the entire design cycle of spaceflight mechanisms, including conceptual and detailed design, trade studies, structural analysis, development testing and qualification
Design and analyze mechanisms for first-of-their kind exploration missions to extreme environments throughout the solar system
Apply technical expertise to problem solving throughout product lifecycle, including design review support and verification planning and execution, scheduling, etc.
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.
We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.
We search for technically brilliant individuals in engineering, software, and support fields who take ownership of their work, enjoy collaborating in teams, and have a laser focus on the details that drive excellence.
Honeybee Robotics' Exploration Systems division is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to work with a multi-disciplinary team in product design, build, and testing of unique robotic systems.
In this role you will be interfacing with inter-disciplinary project teams to develop mechanisms and structures for astrobiology and exploration missions to extreme environments across the solar system.
You will be responsible for hardware design, part selection, analysis, hands-on prototyping, and test planning and execution.
In this role you'll interface with electrical design, test, systems, integration, and software engineering disciplines throughout the entire product lifecycle from R&D concept to flight ready hardware.

Requirements

Experience designing mechanisms that incorporate custom bearing, gear, motor, and sliding interface configurations
Ability to work independently on rapid development programs
Experience designing mechanisms such as latches, actuators, linkages, hinges, disconnect devices, or similar kinematic assemblies
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.
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

Nice to have

4+ years of experience designing aerospace or equivalent type mechanical system elements within aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles
Experience with rover, robotic arm, sample acquisition drill, or deployable structure development.
Experience with spring design, preload calculations, and fastener analysis
Experience with gear life analysis, motor selection, and bearing selection
Cross-functional experience across engineering disciplines including electrical, software, systems, or optics
Familiarity with Autodesk Inventor (CAD) and ANSYS (analysis) softwares
Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (ASME Y14.5) and performing tolerance stacks
CA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35

Compensation

CA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35

Benefits

Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
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.
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.
Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Company info

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.
At our Southern California location, we look to "Touch Life" by supporting planetary science, including every NASA Mars rover since Spirit and Opportunity.

Equal 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.

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