Blue Ring Capabilities Roadmap Implementation Mission Systems Engineer

Application will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, low‑cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.

The role is part of the In‑Space Systems business unit focused on space infrastructure and increased on‑orbit mobility.

• Collaborate with the Blue Ring Mission Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (MSEIT) team and other supporting organizations to define, implement, optimize, and manage Systems Engineering governance processes.
• Act as subject‑matter expert on Blue Ring system requirements, design parameters, technical budgets, ICDs, program plans, and technical performance measures to lead stakeholder needs analyses.
• Track the evolution of system configurations for existing Blue Ring programs and identify synergies between mission types and customer requirements.
• Work across organizational boundaries to develop plans for technology onramp and capability evolutions in alignment with customer needs.
• Lead Systems Engineering Change Management, including evaluation and optimization of existing processes.
• Define standardized approaches to developing and maintaining technical baselines across the Blue Ring organization for multiple concurrent missions.
• Lead trade studies to evaluate evolving technologies and mission requirements.
• Utilize Systems Engineering tools such as Jama, Windchill, and Cameo.
• Support and present to leadership and at major gated reviews including design, mission, and readiness reviews.

• B.S. degree in engineering or equivalent technical field.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in systems engineering, preferably in the space industry.
• Demonstrated understanding of systems engineering fundamentals and experience across multiple system lifecycle phases.
• Experience in definition of space system requirements and concept definitions spanning a broad range of mission objectives.
• Understanding of the Systems Engineering lifecycle and the “Systems Engineering V.”
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. Government Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance.

• Spacecraft operations, command & control system experience.
• Familiarity with Model‑Based Systems Engineering.
• Familiarity with system modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Enterprise Architect, Magic Draw, or Rhapsody.
• Experience across the product life cycle from pre‑conceptual design through operational support.
• Knowledge of collaboration tools such as Confluence and JIRA.
• Familiarity with formal risk and opportunity management processes.
• Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Systems Architecture, or a related discipline.

• California: $ – $
• Colorado: $ – $
• Washington: $ – $

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave and short/long‑term disability.
• 401(k) with a company match up to 5% and an Education Support Program.
• Stock options for employees working at least 20 hours per week.
• Paid time off: up to 4 weeks per year based on hours scheduled and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Additional bonuses and incentives subject to company discretion.

• Blue’s Standard Background Check required for all positions.
• Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check for certain job profiles.
• Additional requirements for drivers of commercial motor vehicles.
• Merchant Mariner Credential for applicable positions.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or legally admitted refugee/asylee.

Blue Origin is a proud Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Hiring decisions are based solely on qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support a workplace fostering trust, equality, and teamwork. Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered in compliance with relevant laws.

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