Mission Systems Engineer - Blue Ring; Top Secret Clearance Required

Mission Systems Engineer - Blue Ring (Top Secret Clearance Required)

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! The role is part of the In‑Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on‑orbit.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will work across organizations to connect spacecraft, payload, and ground elements to define advanced solutions for our customers. This role will cover the entire lifecycle of our solutions, from innovative concept to final implementation, ensuring excellence and precision every step of the way. Your leadership and vision will drive project success and make a significant impact in our field.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide array of professionals, including customers, team members, systems engineering, architecture, hardware, and software teams. Together, we will identify and track work seamlessly across various functions, fostering a cooperative and cohesive working environment.

• Relocation provided

• Coordinate across teams to deliver solutions to meet specific program needs utilizing a commercial spacecraft platform.
• Serve as a systems engineering focal throughout the program lifecycle as systems are developed, championing the conceptual vision and adapting it to reality.
• Execute strong systems engineering principles while demonstrating flexibility to gain efficiency in the program lifecycle.
• Support awarded missions simultaneously while providing input to new concept proposals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Software, Electrical, or Mechanical engineering, or a related technical field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Able to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships.
• Active US Top Secret Clearance.

• MS Degree in Systems Engineering.
• INCOSE certification.
• Spacecraft systems engineering experience.
• Requirements development or verification experience.

Compensation Range for WA applicants is $78,943.00‑$.

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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