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

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 Mission

At 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 Impact

As 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 differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. 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. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

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.

Background Check

• 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
• 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

Benefits

• 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.