Mission Systems Engineer - Blue Ring (Top Secret Clearance Required)

Application close date:

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!  

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will work across organizations, to connect spacecraft, payload, and ground elements to define advanced solutions for our customers. This role will cover the entire lifecycle of our solutions, from innovative concept to final implementation, ensuring excellence and precision every step of the way. Your leadership and vision will drive project success and make a significant impact in our field. You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide array of professionals, including customers, team members, systems engineering, architecture, hardware, and software teams. Together, we will identify and track work seamlessly across various functions, fostering a cooperative and cohesive working environment.

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!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided  

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:  

• Coordinate across teams to deliver solutions to meet specific program needs utilizing a commercial spacecraft platform. 
• Serve as a systems engineering focal throughout the program lifecycle as systems are developed, championing the conceptual vision and adapting it to reality 
• Execute strong systems engineering principals while demonstrating flexibility to gain efficiency in the program lifecycle
• Support awarded missions simultaneously while providing input to new concept proposals

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Software, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering, or a related technical field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Able to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships
• Active US Top Secret Clearance

Desired Qualifications: 

• MS Degree in Systems Engineering
• INCOSE certification
• Spacecraft systems engineering experience
• Requirements development or verification experience

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $78,943.00-$110,519.85

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

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