Aerospace Systems Engineer ID-14030

May 6, 2025

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

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. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

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This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a diverse, hardworking team of engineers, you will directly support Blue Origin’s success by leading the development and deployment of model-based definition and ultimately driving Blue Origin towards a Model-Based Enterprise architecture. This includes implementing requirements for the architecture and model-based framework, refining digital product definition standards, aligning processes and tools to the common framework, and integrating the Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system with other model-based initiatives (such as model-based systems engineering and model-based design).

As an engineer within the ACE Systems Engineering team, you will support the development of effective technical processes and methodologies for product definition, including publishing standards and requirements for leveraging model-based definition across the enterprise and defining metrics for measuring implementation. You will coordinate with customers and stakeholders; drive solutions to requirements; perform verification and validation; and support future model adoption and integration opportunities. You will also mentor system engineers and design engineers in support of rapid deployment and adoption of these new standards and tools.

We are looking for you to apply your technical expertise, communication and problem-solving skills, collaborative attitude to make a positive impact on safe human spaceflight. A passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Contribute to the deployment and implementation of Model-Based Definition (MBD) processes and standards. Ensure alignment with industry best practices for certifiable flight hardware while preserving development speed, agility, safety, first-time quality, and design pedigree.
Collaborate with internal customers, and lead stakeholders and tool developers to refine requirements into actionable solutions, implementing model-based solutions across the enterprise.
Participate in engineering working groups, communities of practice, and best practice groups to align the model-based strategy across all programs and functional areas.
Coordinate with specialty engineering disciplines—such as operability, reliability, maintainability, and supportability—to ensure MBD metadate supports future integration with these systems.
Mentor Blue Origin employees on Model Base Definition practices, processes, methods, and champion Model Based ideals and benefits to drive positive cultural change.

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace engineering or other technical field.
5+ years of systems development and model-based definition experience.
Ability to communicate, coordinate, and work effectively with interdisciplinary and multi-functional teams.
Knowledgeable of digital and model-based engineering definition, integration strategies, and metadata definition.
Experience designing in and driving model-based definition, including training, best practice guides, deign checking and verification.
Demonstrated track record of resourcefulness and strong problem-solving abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Must 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:

Understanding of Model-Based Definition standards (ASME Y14.41, ASME Y14.100, ISO 16792).
Experience with requirements management tools, especially Jama,
Experience with Windchill and Creo.
Ability to be self-directed, balance several tasks simultaneously, and delegate work across a team of systems engineers.
A thorough understanding of the objectives, values, and strategies of Systems Engineering.
Excellent written and verbal skills and ability to communicate technical information effectively.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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, 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.

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.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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