Avionics Mechanical Design and Analysis Engineer II; Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information Clearance
Listed on 2026-02-22
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Engineering
Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Systems Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Engineering Design & Technologists
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 engineering professionals, you will design, analyze, and test avionics enclosures for electronic component son various spacecrafts. This opportunity reports to the Spacecraft Avionics section inside of the In-Space Systems business unit.
As part of a growing, hardworking, and curious team ofdesign engineers,you'll be deployed to programs that shape the future of Blue Origin.
As an Avionics Mechanical Design & Analysis Engineer, you own the design of avionics enclosure solutions for harsh environments to ensure high reliability of flight and mission-critical systems. Working in cross-disciplinary teams within a dynamic design environment, you will collaborate with electrical engineers to design PCB systems, support electronics development, conduct trade studies, and create the associated technical data packages. Your responsibilities include performing thermal and structural analyses, validating requirements through various methods, creating engineering detail and assembly drawings, and managing product configuration through its lifecycle.
You will also support test planning and execution.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Special Mentions:
- Relocation assistance provided
- Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information required to start
Qualifications:
Minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electro-mechanical or Aerospace Engineeringor related technical subject area
2+ years of experience with design of electro-mechanical avionics assemblies (level commensurate on experience)
Working knowledge of 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E preferred)
Experience with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5)
Experience designing ruggedized electronics enclosures or similar high-performance hardware.
Experience in PCBA integration (ECAD/MCAD), connector selection and manufacturing. EMI, thermal and structural protection of PCBA components.
Experience in bonding, grounding, sealing and venting of electrical components and enclosures.
Familiarity with PCB related IPC standards, SMC-S-016 and MIL-STD-810.
Ability to be self-directed and balance several tasks at one time.
Ability to communicate analysis results effectively.
Active Top Secret clearance
Desired:
Thermal and Structural analysis of avionics enclosures and PCBA components.
Experience with Steinberg orEngelmeier
Solder fatigue calculations.Experience with FEA tools (ANSYS preferred).
Experience with Windchill or other PLM systems.
Familiarity with harness design per IPC-A-620
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $ - $Other site ranges may differ
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