Mission Phase Responsible Engineer - Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin LLC
US - District of Columbia - Washington
January 17, 2025

Mission Analysis Systems Engineer - Lunar Permanence 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!
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
This role is part of the Lunar Transportation business unit, which develops Blue Origin's multiple Blue Moon lander product lines. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists and engineers, you will help define the concept of operations for a lunar lander mission, with a particular focus on system autonomy definition, simulation & modeling, validation activities, and leading mission phase or activity definition.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Translate high-level CONOPS to vehicle autonomy descriptions, sequence diagrams, or operations procedures.
Use and develop MBSE activity models and physics-based simulations to validate mission performance.
Use software-in-the-loop testbeds and evaluate scenario tests to ensure they meet the intent of the CONOPS.
Discover and resolve hardware or CONOPS issues and mitigate open risks using functional and scenario testing.
Lead multidisciplinary, task-focused teams to solve complex problems.
Minimum Qualifications:

B.S. or M.S. in aerospace engineering or related field.
4+ years of experience on space missions, including in late development cycles (post-CDR to launch).
Direct experience in systems engineering and basic familiarity with all major subsystems of robotic spacecraft.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Experience leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
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:

8+ years of relevant experience.
Direct experience working on planetary landers and/or vehicles operating in the lunar environment.
Demonstrated experience in flight software, system autonomy, and fault tolerance for spacecraft or similar aerospace vehicles.
Familiarity with spacecraft propulsion systems, particularly cryogenic fluids systems.
Track record of managing spacecraft resources and solving complex, high-impact multidisciplinary design issues.
Hands-on hardware-in-the-loop testing experience.
Experience in mission operations.
Compensation Range:

CO applicants:
$110,055.00-$154,077.00; WA applicants:
$120,060.00-$168,084.00.
Other site ranges may differ.
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
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.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity:

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce. 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members.
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