Join Blue Origin's Operations Reliability organization as a Sr. Design Reliability Engineer, where you will build reliability into the ground systems, tooling, GSE, and factory automation that enable us to launch rockets and build the foundation for a road to space. You will work directly with design and manufacturing engineering teams to identify and eliminate failure modes before they reach the floor.ResponsibilitiesLead Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and design reviews on new tooling, GSE, and factory-automation projects to identify and close reliability risks before release.Define and enforce reliability requirements during the design process, partnering with design and manufacturing engineering teams to drive changes.Track and disposition reliability findings through design, build, and early operations — ensuring risks are resolved, not deferred.Develop and maintain reliability standards, design guidelines, and engineering procedures for ground systems and tooling.Support commissioning and early‑use stabilization of new equipment, translating design‑phase findings into maintenance plans and operational guidance.Build lightweight metrics and visibility tools to track design reliability performance and guide priorities across the portfolio.Spend significant time on the floor and in the field observing hardware, engaging with engineering and operations stakeholders, and closing the loop on design changes.Minimum QualificationsB.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related engineering field.Experience in reliability, design, or systems engineering in a manufacturing, aerospace, or high‑consequence operations environment.Experience leading FMEA, design reviews, and reliability assessments on mechanical, fluids, electrical, or control systems.Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, fluid schematics, and electrical circuit diagrams.Strong communication and influencing skills — ability to drive design changes across engineering teams that do not report to you.Must be available to support off‑shift or weekend work during critical builds or investigations.Must be willing to travel 25% of the time.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 QualificationsExperience with ground support equipment, tooling, or factory automation in a launch, aerospace, or high‑rate manufacturing environment.Familiarity with reliability engineering tools such as FMECA, fault tree analysis, or reliability block diagrams.Experience authoring or improving design standards, reliability requirements, or engineering procedures.Experience with Maximo, SAP, or other CMMS/ERP platforms for asset lifecycle management.Experience supporting commissioning and early‑use stabilization of new equipment or systems.BenefitsBenefits 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 per week).Paid time off: up to four (4) weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for additional benefits and bonuses based on company discretion.Export Control RegulationsApplicants for employment at Blue Origin 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.Background CheckRequired 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 weight of 10,001 lbs. or transport placardable hazardous materials may be subject to additional federal requirements.Required for certain job profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, including pre‑employment and random drug testing and DOT physical.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. 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