Mechanical Engineering Senior

Mechanical Engineer

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. This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

This Mechanical Engineering position covers the design, analysis, test, and critical review of safety critical hardware, including mechanisms and secondary structure. This senior level role requires providing leadership, expertise, and training for the mechanical team. If you're excited by providing both near term and long term value, solving novel problems, learning about interesting topics, and completing challenging projects, please apply!

Relocation provided

Travel not typically expected, but on an as-needed basis up to 15%

Collaborate with customers and stakeholders to define requirements and design architecture

Create mechanical interface definitions, specifications, and control documents

Create 3D CAD models and assemblies, part and assembly drawings, installation drawings, and other required technical documentation

Build and evaluate prototype assemblies

Create assembly aids and test fixtures

Collaborate on and document team mechanical best practices

Plan and conduct engineering tests and data reviews

Create and deliver presentations, proposals, and training material on technical subjects

Review assembly instructions and support hardware builds

Validate requirements through design, test, analysis, and inspection

Support Production and Quality Engineering as needed, including dispositioning material defects

Manage revisions of the product design configurations through the product lifecycle

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.

• 10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design and analysis.
• Demonstrated expertise in structural analysis, including hand calculations and FEA.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA).
• 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.

Experience with aerospace, launch vehicle, or spacecraft mechanisms

Experience with recent versions of Creo, Windchill, Ansys Mechanical

Experience with fatigue analysis and fracture mechanics

Knowledge of programming languages such as Python or MATLAB for data analysis and automation.

CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95 WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20 Other site ranges may differ

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. 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 Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. 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. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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