Mechanical Systems Engineer II - Glenn Upper Stage

Mechanical Systems Engineer II – New Glenn Upper Stage

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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.

This position is based full‑time at our Kent facility to enable direct, hands‑on collaboration with hardware during development, assembly, testing, and integration activities.

• Participate in the entire design cycle of aero‑decelerator and mechanical subsystems—including conceptual and detailed design, trade studies, structural analysis, development testing, and qualification.
• Drive designs to cost targets to enable reduced cost of accessing space through innovative, efficient solutions.
• Generate 3‑D models, component drawings, assembly drawings, and interface control documents with application of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Create documentation for assembly and testing of development and flight hardware.
• Participate in subsystem‑level testing, including planning, execution, data reduction, and analysis.
• Develop component specifications and manage suppliers.
• Provide manufacturing and production support.

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• Minimum of 2 years of recent experience designing aerospace or equivalent type mechanical system elements within aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D modeling tools (PTC CREO Parametric preferred).

• Proficiency in performing hand calculations and applying first‑principles physics to rapidly assess design feasibility and support engineering judgment.
• Experience in structural FEA using ANSYS, NASTRAN, or similar tools.
• Experience with MATLAB / Python and Artificial Intelligence tools.
• Experience with mechanism kinematic analysis tools.
• Experience in aerospace designs such as separation systems and/or deployable devices.
• Experience with re‑entry decelerator systems and devices such as trailing parachutes, inflatables, etc.

WA applicants: $96,310.00 – $

Don’t meet all desired requirements? While we seek a strong fit, we encourage you to apply if you’re excited about this role. Blue Origin is dedicated to building an authentic workplace and values diverse experiences.

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

• Required for all positions:
  Blue’s Standard Background Check.
• Required for certain job profiles:
  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role ever requires presence on a military installation.
• Required for certain job profiles:
  Drivers operating certain commercial vehicles must comply with additional federal regulations, including driver qualification files, medical certification, and hazardous materials training.
• Required for certain job profiles:
  Ability to obtain and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential.

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off:
  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Bonuses and other forms of variable compensation may be available at the company’s discretion; eligibility is not guaranteed.

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