Systems Engineer II - New Glenn

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!

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-liftorbital launch vehicle capable ofroutinelycarrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar,and beyond.Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designedfrom the beginningto be human-capable.

As part of the passionate New Glenn Program Office, you will work at the intersection of program management, engineering, and production to ensure NG meets it's cost objectives and risks are identified and mitigated. We are seeking a self-motivated and highly organized individual who can work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment to successfully implement cost reduction projects, working with engineering, supply chain, and operations teams under the guidance of experienced system and cost engineering leads.

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

Responsibilities:

• Gather cost reduction opportunities, ensure proper vetting and business case impact for prioritization
• Shepard projects from idea to implementation, ensuring timely incorporation of improvements following configuration management process
• Act as cost reduction advocate across NG teams
• Provide guidance on opportunity process, seeking improvements and automation in process execution
• Assist tenured team members with risk mitigation projects
• Generate metrics and visuals to communicate progress towards NG objectives
• Develop understanding how technology and automation can be leveraged across NG development, production, and operation. Drive improvements with responsible stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications:

• Passion for Blue Origin's mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
• B.S. degree in engineering or B.S./B.A. in other technical field
• 3-5 years of experience in design, development, integration, or testing - preferably with aerospace hardware or complex technical systems
• Possess high attention to detail and strong organizational/coordination skills
• Demonstrated ability building trusting and effective working relationships that improve team performance and deliver results
• Experience working collaboratively in small teams on fast-paced projects
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Up to 25% travel will be required to coordinate with design/test/manufacturing teams
• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of configuration management principles and practices
• Experience in development of launch vehicles
• Experience with structures, mechanical systems, cryogenic fluids, and avionics systems in a design and/or manufacturing environment.
• Experience developing product structures, manufacturing installation plans, work instructions, and/or test plans / procedures for structural parts, fluids components and tubes, feedlines, engines, harnesses, and sensors on assemblies and vehicles.
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, design for manufacturing and testing, lean manufacturing, six sigma, and quality control processes.
• Experience using Product Lifecycle Management and Manufacturing Execution Systems/Software and processes.
• Experience with data analytics software and methods (SQL, Alteryx, PowerBI, or similar)
• Experience with engineering drawings and GD&T Methods (per ASME Y14.5)
• Proficiency in business and engineering software (MS Office, Windchill, PLM, and similar).

Compensation Range for:

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

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