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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.
As part of a hardworking team of engineering professionals, you will design, analyze, and test avionics enclosures for electronic components on various spacecrafts. This opportunity reports to the Spacecraft Avionics section inside of the Blue National Security business unit. As part of a growing, hardworking, and curious team of design engineers, you'll be deployed to programs that shape the future of Blue Origin.
The MissionAt Blue Origin, we're sending humans to space on vehicles you help design. Your avionics enclosures will protect the critical electronic systems that keep our spacecraft flying safely, from launch through mission completion.
Your ImpactAs our Avionics Mechanical Design Engineer, you'll create the protective systems for the "brain" of our spacecraft. Your designs will shield sensitive electronics from extreme temperatures, radiation, vibration, and the vacuum of space, directly enabling safe human spaceflight and the expansion of humanity beyond Earth.
What you'll do:- Design rugged avionics enclosures that survive launch and space environments
- Partner with electrical engineers to integrate and protect PCB systems
- Conduct critical thermal and structural analyses to ensure reliability
- Develop technical documentation and engineering drawings
- Lead trade studies to find optimal solutions for complex design challenges
- Support testing to verify your designs meet mission requirements
You're right for this role if you have:- B.S. in Mechanical, Aerospace or similar engineering discipline
- 2+ years designing electro-mechanical avionics assemblies
- Strong 3D CAD skills (especially Creo/Pro-E)
- Experience with GD&T implementation (ASME Y14.5)
- Background in ruggedized electronics protection
- Knowledge of PCBA integration, manufacturing, and connector selection
- Experience with EMI shielding, thermal management, and structural protection
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Even better if you know:- Thermal/structural analysis for electronics
- Solder fatigue calculations (Steinberg/Engelmeier)
- FEA tools (ANSYS preferred)
- Windchill or similar PLM systems
- Harness design (IPC-A-620)
Base Pay Range for:
CO applicants is $98,208.00 - $137,491.20WA applicants is $107,136.00 - $149,990.40
Other site ranges may differBenefits- 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.
- 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. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
