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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'll create the critical neural pathways that bring our advanced spacecraft to life in ways few engineers ever experience.

Your Mission at Blue

Join our elite Blue National Security team where your expertise will directly impact national space capabilities. You won't just be designing electrical systems, you'll be architecting the nervous system of spacecraft that safeguard America's interests beyond Earth's atmosphere.

In this high-impact role, you will:

Pioneer mission-critical connections - Design and analyze the electrical infrastructure that powers classified spacecraft operations
Craft the blueprint for space - Develop sophisticated system and wiring interconnect diagrams that bring advanced space vehicles to life
Master 3D frontier engineering - Leverage cutting-edge CAD tools to design and integrate electrical harness systems in the challenging environment of space
Drive engineering innovation - Collaborate with world-class engineers to solve unique challenges at the intersection of national security and space exploration
Leave your mark on history - Your designs will orbit Earth, potentially travel to the Moon and beyond, operating in the most extreme environments humans have ever engineered for

The Engineer We Need

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or related technical field
5+ years designing wire harnesses for space/aerospace applications
5+ years creating advanced schematics, system interconnect diagrams (SID), block interconnect diagrams (BID), and wiring interconnect diagrams (WID)
5+ years of experience with Creo, Windchill and Routed Systems (or comparable 3D software)
Expertise with harness standards including IPC/WHMA-A-620A and NASA-STD-8739.4
Strong electrical/mechanical design skills using advanced 3D CAD software
Active Top Secret Clearance

What Sets Top Candidates Apart:

Experience with CREO Schematics and/or ZUKEN software
Expertise routing and installing RF coax cables in challenging environments
Additional experience with high-end CAD routing software
Integrated electrical and mechanical routing knowledge
Background with launch vehicle or spacecraft electrical/mechanical systems
History of designing and integrating electrical harnessing for spacecraft, launch vehicles, or aircraft

Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $119,814.00 - $167,738.55
WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70

Other site ranges may differ

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

Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: 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 transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

Benefits 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.
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified 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. 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, sex, 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 “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants 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. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

Avionics Electrical Harness Design and Analysis Engineer III (TS Clearance Required)