Blue Origin

Configuration & Development Engineer III

Blue Origin$121K — $169K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • B.S. in engineering with 5+ years of aerospace vehicle structures/systems development experience
  • Experience managing complex engineering changes across multiple production vehicles
  • Proficiency with effectivity and product structure management within CAD and PLM systems
  • Experience with system-level trade studies and design optimization
  • Strong cross-functional teamwork and communication skills
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD software and visualization tools

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to GS1 Vehicle Design by coordinating between subsystems
  • Create optimal structural, mechanical, fluids, and electrical solutions
  • Manage configuration management and system-level trade studies
  • Process change requests and manage multiple concurrent vehicle configurations
  • Support material planning and overall vehicle operations

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability benefits
  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
  • Education Support Program
  • Up to four weeks of paid time off and 14 company-paid holidays
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

Special Mentions:
  • Relocation provided
  • Travel expected up to 5% of time
  • Interviews will include a technical assessment


Responsibilities:

You will contribute to all aspects of GS1 Vehicle Design by coordinating between subsystems to create optimal structural, mechanical, fluids, and electrical solutions. Your responsibilities include configuration management, system-level trade studies, change request processing, and managing multiple concurrent vehicle configurations to support material planning.

This mid-level position offers growth toward Senior and Lead engineering roles. We seek candidates who combine technical expertise with leadership potential and a commitment to safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission is essential!

Minimum Qualifications:

  • B.S. in engineering with 5+ years of aerospace vehicle structures/systems development experience
  • Experience managing complex engineering changes across multiple production vehicles
  • Proficiency with effectivity and product structure management within CAD and PLM systems
  • Experience with system-level trade studies and design optimization
  • Strong cross-functional teamwork and communication skills
  • Proficiency with 3D CAD software and visualization tools
  • Knowledge of scheduling and planning principles
  • Strong GD&T skills and tolerance stack-up analysis experience
  • Experience participating in drawing and design reviews


Preferred Qualifications:

  • Configuration management training (CMII)
  • Aerospace design, fabrication, and assembly knowledge
  • Ability to translate high-level requirements into design solutions
  • Experience with design for cost, manufacturability, and assembly
  • Experience providing design guidance to technical teams
  • Strong competency in PTC Creo and Windchill
  • Ability to conduct interference


Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

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.

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.
  • 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.


About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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