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! 

This position is part of the Space Systems Development (SSD) business unit. SSD develops next-generation concepts and systems to advance our future of living and working in space sustainably.

Blue Origin is committed to a vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. Enabling this future requires more affordable, reliable, and available access to orbit. Reusability is key to all three goals. New Glenn’s reusable first stage is our first step, but you help us achieve total reusability. Come join our team to help work on the hardest problems in rocketry.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse spacecraft development engineers, you will lead the development and delivery of the Guidance, Navigation and Control Subsystem for a developmental space system. Your responsibilities will include synthesis of algorithms, creation of flight software, derivation and development of subsystem requirements, performing analyses and trade studies, and supporting the full lifecycle of GN&C design through flight completion.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Lead GN&C development team including ADCS Software/Algorithm development, 6 DOF simulation, sensor selection, flight controls, ADCS analysis and architecture, and flight autonomy

• Lead technical team of experienced GN&C analysts, system engineers, software, and hardware engineers

• Responsible for cost & schedule execution, vendor selection and vendor management

• Lead and perform analyses, simulations, and tests (including component and hardware-in-the-loop) to verify component and subsystem specifications and requirements

• Lead development of verification and validation plans to ensure software and hardware components, and the integrated subsystem will perform as specified to meet system and subsystem requirements

• Provide technical direction and oversight to development of sensor solutions by suppliers

• Manage technical risks for the GN&C subsystem, develop and execute mitigation plans

• Support the integrated product manager for updates to schedule, resources, cost, and risks

• Lead subsystem gated reviews, and support program reviews

• Lead on-vehicle functional testing and flight demonstration testing of the GN&C subsystem

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering or related disciplines

• Experience in development and analysis of GN&C algorithms

• Experience in leading the full development lifecycle of an ADCS subsystem on at least one aerospace program

• Solid system engineering and configuration management skills

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Highly organized and capable of planning and guiding complex technical work

• Ability to execute in a dynamic, fast-paced, and driven work environment

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion. 

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. or Ph.D. in Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical engineering or related disciplines

• At least 5 years of relevant experience

• Demonstrated experience in design and development of aerodynamic flight vehicles in the hypersonic regime

• Experience with AI/ML research and development, techniques, and implementation

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $136,800.00-$191,520.00;CO applicants is $125,400.00-$175,560.00;WA applicants is $136,800.00-$191,520.00

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 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 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.

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.

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 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, 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.

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