Senior Systems Engineer, Vehicle Test - Lunar Permanence

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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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building the sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the Lunar Surface.

As part of a diverse and hardworking team of engineers, you will be responsible for integrated vehicle test scope for the lunar lander system. In your role as Senior Systems Engineer for the Vehicle Systems Engineering team, you will be a program leader defining and developing the test scope, success criteria, anomaly resolution, and performing data review for integrated vehicle testing of the lunar lander system, as well as developing the processes and strategies for vehicle test execution. Your passion, expertise, and skills will play a key role in the integration, verification, and validation of the spacecraft and mission success.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• High level integrated vehicle test planning including assessing test scope, requirements, standards compliance and coordinating the scheduling, resources, and facilities required for test execution

• Develop and deliver test plans for vehicle tests

• Own the test scope and success criteria for vehicle tests

• Balance technical risks, cost, and schedule to make key program decisions related to integrated lander vehicle testing

• Lead test anomaly response, troubleshooting, tracking, and reporting

• Create efficient program processes, strategies, and tools to streamline build integration and test activities

• Conduct Test Readiness Reviews

• Understand the test instrumentation, ground support equipment, and procedures needed to successfully execute tests

• Perform data reviews, generate test reports, and support requirement verification activities

• Own and perform hazard analysis and control verification related to integrated vehicle testing

• Utilize good engineering and business judgement to ensure the most efficient and effective product is designed, manufactured, procured, tested, qualified, and delivered to satisfy mission objectives

• Embody, promote, and coach the Blue Origin leadership principles

Minimum Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space! 

• B.S. degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, or related field

• 8+ years of Systems Engineering experience performing activities such as requirements definition, traceability, interface definition, design documentation, integration, test, verification, and validation

• Experience planning and executing integrated tests on spacecraft including functional testing, power, electrical, GN&C phasing, modal, acoustic, thermal vacuum, tanking, and EMI/EMC testing

• Detailed knowledge of space systems design, test, and verification

• Ability to lead and coordinate integrated vehicle test activities across stakeholders and experts from varying engineering fields

• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, and ability to communicate technical information effectively

• 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

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience leading complex integrated space vehicle test events and campaigns

• Experience with design and construction standards for space systems

• Experience with integrated hazard analysis and verification for spacecraft

• Experience with lunar, deep space, or planetary missions

Compensation Range for:

CO applicants is $129,611.00-$181,454.70;WA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25

Other site ranges may differ

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.

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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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DIBDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required 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, 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.

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.

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