Avionics Cable Harness Design Engineer III

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 spaceflightThis role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.At Blue Origin, you'll apply your technical expertise and leadership to shape the future of space exploration. As an Avionics Engineer, you'll play a pivotal role in the New Glenn Rocket program, collaborating with a skilled team to design, develop, and qualify critically important avionics' hardware, enabling reliable and reusable spaceflight to advance our vision of millions living and working in space.As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will directly contribute to the planning, selection, development, sourcing and acceptance of avionics hardware for next generation of launch vehicles. In a fast-paced dynamic environment, you will play a crucial role in the integration and support of new avionics' hardware for the New Glenn program. You will work closely with GNC engineers, electrical, mechanical, software, systems engineering, configuration & data management and assembly, integration & test, to ensure that the hardware components meet the requirements and perform as expected. Additionally, you will be involved in troubleshooting and resolving hardware-related issues during production, integration, post-flight phases.Note: This position is a 12 month fixed-term position with full benefits.Responsibilities: Design of electrical harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication and high-speed data signalSelection of harness components and hardware, connectors, backshells, cable and wireUnderstanding and application of EMI/RFI and harness shieldingBuild 3D routed harness data files utilizing Creo (Pro/Engineer) Cabling and Routed System Designer (RSD)Create harness detail and installation drawings including 2D flat harness drawings from the 3D harness data setsDesign and integration of harness support bracketsSupport design configuration development and trade studiesProvide technical guidance for hardware installationSupport the assembly and testing of cables and harnessesMaintain and report on activity schedule and technical statusFind opportunities for improvements and operational cost and schedule savingsWe are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is requiredMinimum Qualifications:B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical or an appropriate engineering field7+ years of experience designing Wire Harnesses for the Aerospace industryExperience with Creo and Windchill and Routed System Designer (RSD)Understanding and application of wire derating analysisFamiliar with existing applicable harness standards: IPC/WHMA-A-620A, NASA-STD-8739.4Strong electrical/mechanical design and integration skills using 3-D CAD softwarePreferred Qualifications: Experience with Pro/E PipingExperience with other high-end CAD routing software such as Unigraphics NX Electrical and Mechanical RoutingKnowledge of harness fabrication and installation processesExperience with launch vehicle or spacecraft electrical/mechanical systemsCompensation Range for:CA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85;CO applicants is $116,323.00-$162,851.85;WA applicants is $126,898.00-$177,656.85Other site ranges may differCulture 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 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 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.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blue's Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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. 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