Transporter Systems Engineer - Lunar Permanence
Blue Origin LLC
Seattle, WA
JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time, Employee
SKILLS
Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Analysis Skills, Atlassian JIRA, Budgeting, CDL Driver's License, Cargo/Freight, Chemical Engineering, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Computer Science, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Disability Accommodations, Electricity, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Green Construction, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Identify Issues, International Classification of Diseases (ICD), Legal, MATLAB, Material Moving, Medical Records, Military, Negotiation Skills, Onboarding, Operational Support, PTC Creo, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Radio Frequency, Regulations, Requirements Management, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, Road Tests, Safety Systems, State Laws and Regulations, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Trade Studies, Transportation Engineering, Verification Plans, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Seattle, WA
POSTED
21 days ago
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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are committed to a culture of safety. This position directly impacts the history of space exploration and requires a 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 a step towards this vision, Blue Origin is building the next generation of lunar landers.In this role you will work as a System Integrator within the System Engineering Team on the lunar lander, focusing on the integration of the communications subsystem. You will lead cross-functional trade studies, run integrated analyses, and define interfaces that impact the design and integration of the spacecraft.
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building the sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the Lunar Surface. You should expect that this foundational part of our vision will require your excellent communication and teamwork.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Act as the negotiator between multiple and sometimes conflicting interests to ensure the optimization of the spacecraft
Contribute to or lead architecture studies, concept development, ICD development, verification planning, vehicle integration, and operations support
Manage requirements development, definition, and maturity
Develop interface control documents (ICDs)
Generate Concept of Operations (ConOps)
Coordinate constraints and conflicting requirements across multiple disciplines
Ensure coordination of design changes and associated impacts across subsystems
Identify program risks and associated mitigations
Minimum Qualifications:
B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical subject area
Deep technical knowledge in the Communications subsystem
Highly knowledgeable of systems engineering practices, integration processes, and mission/safety critical systems
Experience analyzing link budgets
Strong ability and desire to analyze complex systems and deliver solutions to results-oriented problems
Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
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Preferred Qualifications:
Successful candidates typically have5-12 years of relevant experience
M.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Systems, Software, Electrical, or related technical subject area
RF systems integration experience including setting up, calibrating, and troubleshooting both optical and RF communication systems
Deep technical knowledge in multiple subsystems
Experience with human-rated spacecraft
Experience with full spacecraft design life cycle
Experience with MBSE methods and tools including SysML
Experience with requirements definition and management, preferably using Jama
Experience with software tools such as SINDA/FLUINT, MATLAB/Simulink, Creo, Jama, Cameo, Confluence, and JIRA
Compensation Range for:
CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85
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.
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.
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.
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 and dedicated work force. 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. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
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ITAR Requirements
To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.
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 work force. 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. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
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