Mechanical Engineer - Structures and Mechanisms (All Levels
Listed on 2026-08-04
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Engineering
Mechanical Engineer, Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics
Location: St. Petersburg
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 is part of the New Shepard program. New Shepard is a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Karman line - the internationally recognized boundary of space. Through operational reusability, New Shepard supports our mission of lowering the cost of access to space.
As part of atalentedand hardworking team of engineers, you willwork on designing and developing keymechanicalground systems for Blue Origin's launch site at LC-36 (Cape Canaveral, FL). You'll have the unique opportunity to be part of a great team building thegroundmechanical and structural systems and GSE (Ground Support Equipment) for Blue Origin's rockets.
Responsibilities:
Create 3D CAD models, detailed engineering schematics, and technical drawings for mechanical components.
Build and evaluate physical prototypes, conduct tests, and compile performance data.
Prepare technical reports, update bills of materials (BOMs), and maintain clear documentation for design changes.
Perform basic stress analyses, tolerance stack-ups
Minimum Qualifications(required):
Minimum of aBachelor's degree in Mechanical
Engineering, or similar disciplines.
Level I
0-2years experience with a strong background in design/analysis/construction of mechanical systems
Level II
2-5 experience with a strong background in design/analysis/construction of mechanical systems
Level III
5+ years of experience in similar role
Passing the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam is preferred but usually not strictly required
Proficiency in CAD systems (e.g., Solid Works, Creo, CATIA) and familiarity with FEA/CFD simulation tools
Understanding materials, thermodynamics, kinematics, and manufacturing processes..
Familiarity withASME Y14.5 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) and tolerance stack-up analysis.
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.
Desired(not required):
Master's degree in Mechanical Engineeringor closely related field.
Experience inANSYS.
Experience in PTC Creo/Windchill.
Culture Statement
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.
You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Export Control Regulations
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.
Background Check
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Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials…
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