Blueorigin

Blueorigin

Mechanical Engineer III - Space Resources

Los Angeles, CA · Mid

Work authorization required$121k-$169kDetected 2 days ago
CreoANSYSFEAStructural AnalysisGD&TRoboticsMechanical DesignAerospace EngineeringHardware DesignControlsLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationProblem SolvingTolerance Analysis

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!

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to electromechanical systems across design phases from concept through production, including analysis and support for hardware testing in extreme environments
  • Fully own systems or subsystems and successfully run design reviews, plan and coordinate suppliers and manufacturing, and follow through testing and production.
  • Design electromechanical solutions leveraging advanced materials (ceramics, exotic metals) for extreme thermal, dynamic, and pressure environments, including high-temperature and molten material applications.
  • Conduct engineering analysis (thermal, structural, tolerance, and failure mode analysis) using both analytical methods and finite element analysis to validate performance
  • Develop technical documentation including 3D models, production drawings, and design specifications optimized for machining and assembly in vacuum and inert gas environments
  • Collaborate with senior engineers to support design decisions with incomplete data and rapidly converge on solutions
  • 5 to 9 years of professional experience in mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of GD&T with demonstrated application in design and tolerance analysis with clear ability to deliver defendable manufacturing documentation and drawings.
  • We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.
  • The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related engineering discipline
  • Proficient with CAD and working knowledge of FEA software packages (thermal, structural analysis) with strong capability in hand calculations.
  • Experience designing thermal components for extreme temperature environments with demonstrated capability in thermal analysis.
  • Working experience in vacuum and/or inert gas environments with knowledge of advanced materials (ceramics, exotic metals, specialty alloys)
  • Demonstrated ability to thrive in agile, fast-paced development environment
  • 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

  • Master's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
  • Working experience with CREO CAD software and ANSYS Mechanical for thermal and structural analysis
  • Demonstrated experience with mechanical ground systems, mechanisms, and GSE (Ground Support Equipment)
  • Experience with structural and thermal testing of electromechanical assemblies
  • Experience designing satellites, flight hardware, or space-qualified systems
  • Experience with robotics control systems and electromechanical actuation
  • Experience with early-stage, deep tech hardware development
  • Experience designing for extreme thermal environments and vacuum applications

Skills

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

Compensation

  • CA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

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.
  • This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

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.

Visa & Work Authorization

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