National Security Programs Systems Engineer - Glenn
Listed on 2026-10-24
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Mechanical Engineer
Application close date:
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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond.
Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. As part of a hardworking team of systems engineers, you will lead the execution of customer contracted scope ranging from compliance to customer specifications to technical product development/delivery by working collaboratively with engineering functions and disciplines across Blue Origin. Special Mentions Relocation provided Travel expected up to 10% of the time Interviews will include a technical assessment
- Manage NSSL project resources, schedules, and budgets (labor and non-labor) to achieve Blue Origin business goals while maintaining customer satisfaction.
- Work closely with technical engineering teams and support organizations to ensure successful integration/execution of customer requirements and deliverables.
- Lead customer facing technical meetings/reviews, including site visits and tours, to integrate USG into Blue Origin business rhythm.
- Support business development opportunities for new and existing customers leading to new/follow on services.
- B.S. in engineering field
- 5+ years managing complex, multi-disciplinary, fast-paces programs/projects.
- 3+ years industry experience with launch systems or satellite operations.
- Ability to travel within U.S. and abroad.
- 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.
- Top Secret clearance with current SSBI & SCI eligibility.
- Experience with launch vehicle development and certification.
- Experience working with government customers.
- CA applicants is $ - $
- CO applicants is $ - $
- WA applicants is $ - $
- Other site ranges may differ
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 an 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.
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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.
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