SENIOR SYSTEMS ENGINEER LEAD - FORMULATION

Company: Blue Origin
Location: Seattle
Posted on: October 7, 2024

Job Description:

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!--- -We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. - -This position is part of the Space Systems Development (SSD) business unit. SSD develops next-generation concepts and systems to advance our future of living and working in space sustainably.As part of a hardworking team of diverse spacecraft development engineers, you will lead the Systems Engineering development and delivery for an advanced launch vehicle. Your responsibilities will include leading the team through various gated reviews, developing system requirements, working across teams and business units to define ICDs, and providing design recommendations.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!Special Mentions:Travel expected up to 10%Responsibilities:Lead the technical performance and risk management of a reusable space transportation systemImplement process improvements, oversight, and regular reports to program and functional management and assure specifications and requirements are developed, established, executed, and maintained consistent with the program requirements baselineDevelop and manage the technical baseline through the design reviews, including SRR, PDR, and CDRDevelop and manage the system functional, physical, system, subsystem, and component requirementsDevelop and maintain the requirements traceability for the reusable space transportation systemDevelop detailed plans/schedules in support of technical assignmentsApply extensive understanding on a wide application of technical principles, theories, concepts, and tools in the fields of space vehicles and reentry vehicles.Work independently without appreciable direction to determine the objectives of assignments and develop approaches to solutionsMentor and train other personnelMinimum Qualifications: B.S. in Aerospace, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related technical subject area5+ years' experience in aerospace systems developmentAbility to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environmentUnderstanding of the principles, concepts, and methods of systems engineering such as concept development, requirement definition, design solution definition, implementation, integration, verification and validation, qualification, commissioning, and operationsFull knowledge of space vehicles, reentry vehicles, propulsion systems, and spacecraft systems developmentPrevious experience(s) of rapidly maturing programsExperience regularly providing imaginative and detailed technical solutions to complex problemsExcellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skillsAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionMust 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 asylumPreferred Qualifications:M.S. in Aerospace Engineering or related technical subject area10+ years' experience in aerospace systems development10+ years' experience in the development of exoatmospheric and endoatmospheric flight vehiclesExperience with software tools such as DOORS Next Generation, Cameo, MATLAB/Simulink, Confluence, JIRA, Git, Creo, and WindchillHypersonic vehicle thermal protection systems development and integration experience and/or,Liquid rocket propulsion systems integration experience and/or,In-space systems integration experienceCompensation Range for:CA applicants is $146,644.50-$205,302.30;CO applicants is $134,838.38-$188,773.73;WA applicants is $146,644.50-$205,302.30Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon'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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 RegulationsApplicants 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.BenefitsBenefits include: - Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.Paid Time Off: - Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at -EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.SummaryLocation: Space Coast, FL; Huntsville, AL; Denver, CO; Seattle, WA; Los Angeles, CA; Reston, VAType: Full time

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