Drafter III - Cryocooler Design - 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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products.

To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

We are actively seeking a level 3 drafter to play a pivotal role in our ambitious Zero Boil Off (ZBO) cryocooler program, focused on pushing the boundaries of aerospace technology. As part of a small, passionate, mission driven, and accomplished team of experts, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to design, qualify, and integrate ZBO's cryocooler technology onto launch vehicles and/or payloads.

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience designing complex hardware. Additionally, the candidate should be technically ambitious, have grit, and a proven track record of developing processes for new technology. This position is based in Kent, WA.

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 15% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

• Create and modify CAD models of spacecraft structures, cryocooler system, test fixturing, and pressure vessels in Creo Parametric 6.0 using top-down design methods
• Create and release 2D and MBD drawings of hardware which include GD&T annotations
• Create piping and routing of cryocooler systems
• Create models and drawings of components, joints, and assemblies
• Deliver clean geometry suitable for creating Finite Element Models
• Incorporate drafting standards and standard drawing notes based on company, program, and industry standards
• Perform model and drawing check activities during release reviews

• 5+ years of relevant, industry experience
• Experience with automotive, aircraft, spacecraft, tooling, or launch vehicle structures
• Experience with top-down design methods
• Experience with pressure vessels, tube routing, harness routing, and heat exchangers
• Strong skills using Creo Parametric / ProE software and Windchill
• Proficient in standard fits, tolerance stacks, and GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5)
• Strong experience in drawing generation, checking, and release processes

• Experience selecting standard aerospace hardware (fasteners, bushings, washers, pins, etc)
• Experience in designing pressure vessels, test fixturing, tube routing, tooling, and heat exchangers
• Experience working in a cross-functional team responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and developing the design to produce world‑class engineered products.

CA applicants: $39.34 - $55.07
CO applicants: $36.06 - $50.48
WA applicants: $39.34 - $55.07
Other site ranges may differ.

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.

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