Blue Origin
Technical Designer II, New Shepard Avionics
Blue Origin, Denver, Colorado, United States, 80285
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!Join Us in Making History and Revolutionizing Space Travel!
At Blue Origin, we envision a future where millions of people live and work in space for the benefit of Earth. We are committed to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. We invite you to become a pivotal part of our diverse team of problem solvers as we continue to write new chapters in the history of spaceflight!About the Role
Be a part of the groundbreaking New Shepard program-a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Karman line, the internationally recognized boundary of space. With operational reusability, New Shepard is a key component in our mission to lower the cost of access to space. This is your chance to contribute to the exciting New Shepard program where we are literally flying people to space!We are seeking a dedicated and skilled professional to apply their technical expertise, leadership abilities, and commitment to quality to ensure safe human spaceflight. Your passion for our mission and vision is essential!Blue Origin is a dog-friendly employer allowing employees to bring well-behaved canine friends into the office.Key Responsibilities
Innovate and Design:
Develop and test robust electronics enclosures and mechanical assemblies, ensuring precision with tolerance stack-ups for parts or assemblies.Create and Model:
Use 3-D CAD software to create models, part, assembly, and installation drawings with proper GD&T.Lead and Coordinate:
Lead or participate in engineering design and peer reviews and coordinate the procurement of parts and assemblies, ensuring specifications and work process instructions are clearly defined.Collaborate and Report:
Engage with cross-functional teams, including Project Managers, Electrical Engineers, Systems Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Test Engineers, and Production personnel, while providing regular progress updates.Guide and Implement:
Design test fixtures, fabrication tooling, and offer technical guidance during hardware installations.Minimum Qualifications
An Associate's degree in drafting and design or equivalent experience.2+ years of proven experience in designing/drafting mechanical parts, assemblies, enclosures, brackets, and fixtures.Proficiency in 3-D CAD software and strong mechanical design and integration skills.Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 drafting standards and experience with GD&T.Strong written and oral communication skills.Ability to earn trust and maintain professional relationships within an inclusive culture.Must be a U.S. citizen, national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar engineering field.Experience with PTC Creo, PTC Windchill PLM, and aerospace, launch vehicle, or spacecraft mechanical/avionics systems.6+ years of proven in designing/drafting mechanical parts, assemblies, enclosures, brackets, and fixtures.Ability to perform tolerance stackups.Knowledge of aerospace materials, standards, and design best practices.Practical skills in mechanical assemblies, tools, and shop practices, with experience in additive manufacturing.Flexibility and openness to tackling varied assignments and learning new skills.Why Blue Origin?
Joining Blue Origin means being part of a close-knit team pushing the boundaries of space travel. We offer a collaborative environment where innovation thrives and your contributions make a significant impact. We are on a mission, and we want you to join us in making space travel accessible and transformative for humanity.Apply now to become a part of our journey to the stars!Compensation Range for:CO applicants is $69,960.00-$97,944.00;WA applicants is $76,320.00-$106,848.00
Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon'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 RegulationsApplicants 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.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.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 OpportunityBlue 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, 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 "EEO Is the Law," please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants 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.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
At Blue Origin, we envision a future where millions of people live and work in space for the benefit of Earth. We are committed to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. We invite you to become a pivotal part of our diverse team of problem solvers as we continue to write new chapters in the history of spaceflight!About the Role
Be a part of the groundbreaking New Shepard program-a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Karman line, the internationally recognized boundary of space. With operational reusability, New Shepard is a key component in our mission to lower the cost of access to space. This is your chance to contribute to the exciting New Shepard program where we are literally flying people to space!We are seeking a dedicated and skilled professional to apply their technical expertise, leadership abilities, and commitment to quality to ensure safe human spaceflight. Your passion for our mission and vision is essential!Blue Origin is a dog-friendly employer allowing employees to bring well-behaved canine friends into the office.Key Responsibilities
Innovate and Design:
Develop and test robust electronics enclosures and mechanical assemblies, ensuring precision with tolerance stack-ups for parts or assemblies.Create and Model:
Use 3-D CAD software to create models, part, assembly, and installation drawings with proper GD&T.Lead and Coordinate:
Lead or participate in engineering design and peer reviews and coordinate the procurement of parts and assemblies, ensuring specifications and work process instructions are clearly defined.Collaborate and Report:
Engage with cross-functional teams, including Project Managers, Electrical Engineers, Systems Engineers, Manufacturing Engineers, Test Engineers, and Production personnel, while providing regular progress updates.Guide and Implement:
Design test fixtures, fabrication tooling, and offer technical guidance during hardware installations.Minimum Qualifications
An Associate's degree in drafting and design or equivalent experience.2+ years of proven experience in designing/drafting mechanical parts, assemblies, enclosures, brackets, and fixtures.Proficiency in 3-D CAD software and strong mechanical design and integration skills.Familiarity with ASME Y14.5 drafting standards and experience with GD&T.Strong written and oral communication skills.Ability to earn trust and maintain professional relationships within an inclusive culture.Must be a U.S. citizen, national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.Preferred Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a similar engineering field.Experience with PTC Creo, PTC Windchill PLM, and aerospace, launch vehicle, or spacecraft mechanical/avionics systems.6+ years of proven in designing/drafting mechanical parts, assemblies, enclosures, brackets, and fixtures.Ability to perform tolerance stackups.Knowledge of aerospace materials, standards, and design best practices.Practical skills in mechanical assemblies, tools, and shop practices, with experience in additive manufacturing.Flexibility and openness to tackling varied assignments and learning new skills.Why Blue Origin?
Joining Blue Origin means being part of a close-knit team pushing the boundaries of space travel. We offer a collaborative environment where innovation thrives and your contributions make a significant impact. We are on a mission, and we want you to join us in making space travel accessible and transformative for humanity.Apply now to become a part of our journey to the stars!Compensation Range for:CO applicants is $69,960.00-$97,944.00;WA applicants is $76,320.00-$106,848.00
Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon'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 RegulationsApplicants 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.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.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 OpportunityBlue 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, 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 "EEO Is the Law," please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants 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.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.