Quality Engineer III – Design Quality & R&D Integration

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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, inspectors, and engineers, you will serve as a quality champion embedded at the earliest stages of research and development, ensuring that the hardware we build tomorrow is designed right today. This is a unique opportunity to shape the quality DNA of programs across Blue Origin's entire portfolio — from launch vehicles to lunar systems and beyond.

Special Mentions:

Shifts available:

M-F A-Shift Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Perform thorough engineering drawing reviews to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards, including GD&T (ASME Y14.5), material callouts, and manufacturing feasibility

Provide design quality inputs during design reviews (PDR, CDR, and other milestone gates), advocating for producibility, inspectability, and reliability

Integrate quality principles early in the product lifecycle by participating in Research & Development (R&D) activities and supporting the transition from development to production

Develop and maintain Inspection Plans for new and evolving hardware, ensuring inspection methods are aligned with design intent and risk posture

Lead and facilitate Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEAs) in collaboration with design, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams to proactively identify and mitigate risk Apply Design for Manufacturability and Inspectability (DFMI) principles to influence design decisions that reduce defect risk and improve downstream quality outcomes

Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, systems engineers, and program teams to embed quality requirements throughout the product development process

Support the development and review of quality requirements documentation , including quality plans, acceptance criteria, and test requirements

Identify and communicate design-related quality risks and drive resolution through structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, root cause analysis, corrective action)
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of quality standards, processes, and best practices applicable across business units

Support configuration management activities by reviewing engineering change orders (ECOs) and assessing quality impact of design changes

Maintain accurate records and documentation in support of program traceability and audit readiness

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline

Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality engineering role within aerospace, defense, or a similarly regulated industry

Demonstrated experience performing engineering drawing reviews with proficiency in GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
Hands-on experience developing Inspection Plans and FMEAs in a hardware development environment

Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability and Inspectability (DFMI) principles and their application during design phases

Experience participating in formal design reviews (PDR, CDR, or equivalent) in a quality capacity

Strong understanding of quality management systems and aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001)
Ability to read, interpret, and provide feedback on engineering drawings, models, and specifications

Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams

Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred…