DSCE Industrial Control Systems Engineer II

Overview

Blue Origin is developing New Glenn, a heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle. The role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, applying standard engineering methods for the design, development, and verification of data collection and control systems used in flight component testing or ground launch support facilities. Responsibilities include the development of artifacts following the facility lifecycle plan and maintaining configuration management of operational systems.

• Project leadership in all aspects of industrial control system, PLC hardware applications, design, fabrication support, PLC software development
• Create new and modify existing electrical power and controls schematics, single line and interconnect diagrams
• Create new and modify existing assembly drawings of designs
• Design of electrical ground support equipment used to support a launch vehicle charge/discharge system
• Design of launch vehicle electrical umbilical & disconnect systems
• Design of launch vehicle launch ready, commit, abort control system
• Design of electrical control systems used in ground support functions for fluid or mechanical operations
• Assist in peer review of internal and external supplier design documentation
• Work directly with technicians to progress fabrication, installation, and commissioning of new or modified systems at any Blue Origin site

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience with AutoCAD Electrical
• 1 - 5 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • Ground‑up design & operations of launch vehicle power & control systems
  • Launch vehicle electrical umbilical & disconnect systems
  • Data recording systems
  • Simulator designs for ground & launch vehicle systems
  • Control systems for launch vehicle ready commit signals, including pyro devices
  • Industrial control system design using Rockwell or Siemens hardware
  • Cable design using Mil‑Spec connectors
• Experience with Microsoft Office products

• Working knowledge of AFSPCMAN‑9710
• Knowledge of NEC 70, NEC 70E, NFPA 79, UL508A
• Familiarity with 38999, 5015, RNJ and other Mil‑Spec connectors
• Familiarity with industrial control systems from Rockwell or Siemens
• Familiarity with IPC
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• Familiarity with USAF certification processes for EGSE systems, as applied to launch vehicle power, umbilical and control systems
• Ability to apply NEC electrical standards and NASA & CCAFS regulations for hazardous systems, as they affect requirements development, system activation, final certification, and operations/maintenance
• Experience with Creo with Windchill
• Experience with SCADA packages
• Ability to obtain a top‑secret clearance

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, and an Education Support Program
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid time off: up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company‑paid holidays
• Eligibility for incentives and bonuses based on company discretion (eligibility not guaranteed)

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by law.

Award decisions are made based on merit and without discrimination.

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans or requiring reasonable accommodation in the application or interview process should contact the EEO compliance office. Requests should be made publicly and personal medical information should not be included.