Spacecraft Design Specialist

1 day ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin Full time

We're seeking an experienced Spacecraft Design Specialist to join our team at Blue Origin. As a member of our Advanced Upper Stage team, you'll play a key role in the development of New Glenn, a heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle designed for routine flights to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond.

About the Role

You will be responsible for designing mechanisms for space flight, including thrust vector control, engine gimbaling mechanisms, docking systems, and separation systems. This will involve participating in the entire design cycle of flight hardware, from conceptual and detailed design to structural analysis, development testing, and qualification.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop mechanisms for space flight, including thrust vector control, engine gimbaling mechanisms, docking systems, and separation systems.
  • Collaborate with the Advanced Upper Stage team to develop Thrust Vector Control and Mechanical Separation System deployments.
  • Contribute to the development of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle.
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical, Structural, or Aerospace Engineering (or similar discipline).
  • Recent experience designing aerospace or equivalent type mechanical system elements within aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles.
  • Strong mechanical design, integration, and mechanism analysis skills using 3D modeling and simulation tools (CREO/ANSYS preferred).

Estimated salary: $136,467.00-$191,053.80 per year based on location and experience.



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