Full-Time

Mechanical Operations Engineer II

Launch Facilities Development

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Blue Origin

Blue Origin

10,001+ employees

Offers suborbital space tourism experiences

Aerospace
Entertainment

Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Florida, USA

Category
Mechanical Maintenance and Reliability Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Requirements
  • Four-year aerospace or mechanical engineering degree (or similar technical discipline)
  • One year or more experience in a similar role
  • Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting mechanical and/or piping systems during testing or launch activities
  • Knowledge of fluid components typical in aerospace tubing and piping systems (valves, regulators, pumps, etc)
  • Familiarity with installation and fabrication methods of piping systems (pipe stock, fittings, connections, valves, fasteners, structural members, fitting, welding, etc)
  • Ability to read and interpret fabrication and installation drawings and Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)
  • Demonstrated ability with self-starting and managing tasks along with team collaboration
  • 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 (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Responsibilities
  • Operate and be responsible for ground systems for launch vehicle operations
  • Oversee commissioning of new or modified systems at the Blue Origin Orbital Launch Site
  • Author and run commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting and operational procedures
  • Implement and execute corrective and preventative maintenance programs for ground systems
  • Create work instructions for performing system upgrades and maintenance
  • Collaborate on system CONOPs and safety and process hazards analysis
  • Coordinate with internal design teams to provide inputs for system improvements
  • Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on costs, schedule, and technical design requirements
  • Second and/or third shift rotations & weekend work may be necessary
  • Occasional travel may be necessary

Blue Origin focuses on making space travel accessible through suborbital space tourism. The company offers unique experiences where passengers can travel to the edge of space aboard its reusable rocket, New Shepard. This rocket takes passengers on an 11-minute journey, allowing them to experience several minutes of weightlessness and stunning views of Earth from over 100 kilometers above. Blue Origin generates revenue by selling premium tickets for these flights, targeting affluent individuals and space enthusiasts. Unlike many competitors, Blue Origin is also developing advanced rocket engines and exploring opportunities in lunar landers, which could diversify its offerings and revenue streams. The company's goal is to lead in commercial space travel while contributing to advancements in aerospace technology.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$112.9M

Headquarters

Kent, Washington

Founded

2000

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

17%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Partnership with Nimbus enhances sustainable power solutions for space missions.
  • Collaboration with AST SpaceMobile expands Blue Origin's role in satellite launches.
  • Lunar lander development with NASA's Artemis program opens new exploration opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • Delays in New Glenn rocket development could impact market credibility.
  • Competition from Stoke Space challenges Blue Origin's reusable rocket market position.
  • Housing affordability in Seattle may affect talent retention and operational growth.

What makes Blue Origin unique

  • Blue Origin's reusable New Shepard rocket offers unique suborbital space tourism experiences.
  • The company develops advanced rocket engines with precise control and deep throttling capabilities.
  • Blue Origin's 'Blue Ring' provides innovative in-space cloud computing and data relay services.

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Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k

PTO

Relocation

Education Support Program

Dog friendly

Bundled insurance rates

Company paid life & disability