Controls Engineer III

Controls EngineerAt 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!This role is part of Blue Origin's Engines – Advanced Engines business unit, focused on the design, development, testing, and operation of advanced systems that power the next generation of Blue Origin programs. As a Controls Engineer, you will develop and mature the control algorithms and control laws that govern safe, predictable system behavior across startup, steady-state operation, and shutdown. Passion for our mission and vision is required!Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:Develop, analyze, and mature control algorithms and control laws for complex dynamic systemsBuild and validate dynamic models and simulations of system behavior, including fluid dynamics, valves, and actuators (MATLAB/Simulink, state-space modeling)Perform control systems analysis (CSA): stability, robustness, sensitivity, and performance tradesApply model prediction techniques to anticipate system response and inform control designCorrelate models against development and integrated test data; refine algorithms based on resultsDefine control and instrumentation requirements and interface with the Design Office, avionics, software, and test teamsSupport hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and integrated test activities to verify control performanceLead control architecture decisions, mentor junior engineers, and drive cross-program lessons learnedMinimum Qualifications:B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Controls Engineering, or a related STEM fieldLevel III: 5+ years of relevant experienceDemonstrated experience in control system design and analysis (control theory, feedback systems, stability analysis)Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and simulationMust 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:Experience modeling fluid/thermal dynamics, valves, actuators, or other complex dynamic systemsFamiliarity with MathWorks adjacent products (Speedgoat, Stateflow) and real-time/HIL environmentsExperience with model prediction, system identification, and optimizationExperience correlating models to test data in a development environmentKnowledge of digital control implementation and instrumentation/sensor selectionWhy Blue Origin:We are a team of problem solvers united by a passion for our mission: for the benefit of Earth. Here, you'll tackle some of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight, grow alongside world-class engineers, and see your work fly. Don't meet every desired qualification? We encourage you to apply anyway — you may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Ready to help power the future of spaceflight? Apply today and add your chapter to the history of space.