Senior Systems Architect - New Glenn Ground Systems

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!  

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will work to on board new projects into Blue Origin’s Test and Flight Operation’s areas to increase test and launch capability.  TFO offers a diverse range of test and mission operations capabilities that enable and support the effective implementation of technical and programmatic mission assurance activities on launch and mission systems, ground equipment and facilities, and integrated systems. TFO staff support all program phases beginning with preliminary assistance with concepts of operation, integration planning and system test planning, design and development activities followed by build, integration, verification, and transition to operations events. We are the source of expertise in systems integration - including technology insertion, and system engineering aspects applied to developing operationally realistic tests / operations. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who will work with rocket engine and engine test customers to understand their processes and capabilities to inform future upgrades/needs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Understand customer requirements and preferred solutions in order to represent the customer for architectural trades.
• Identify and lead trade studies used to define overall architecture and flight/ground interfaces.
• Oversee concept development and feasibility studies for solutions that integrate emergent upgrades/ programs into existing or new infrastructure.
• Work hand in hand with emerging programs to develop con-ops for New Glenn launch processing, and launch and mission operations.
• Provide systems engineering and integration expertise to Blue Origin programs seeking operational capability by defining and developing mission, organizational, physical, functional, signal, hardware/software, and operational interfaces.
• Provide assistance with the requirements for engineering models, simulations, test beds, and special test equipment for all organizations involved with system testing.
• Ensure the systems are designed with human considerations for all processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience developing complex, large scale operational systems in aerospace / defense or other highly regulated industries.
• Experience across the development lifecycle including transition to operations.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally with staff at all levels of the organization and external stakeholders, including regulatory agencies, customers, and suppliers.
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• BS in a related technical discipline.
• Familiarity with export control (EAR/ITAR) regulations.
• Must 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 asylum.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Launch site or Ground Support Equipment design experience/familiarity
• Experience with integrated systems (fluids, structures, mechanisms, communications, electrical, etc.)
• Able to develop 3D concept models and 2D plans.
• Able to develop a deliverables' schedule based on available information, resource availability, and customer needs.
• Able to develop ROM cost and schedule estimates to bring concepts to fruition.

Special Mentions:

• Travel expected up to 10% of the time

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $146,644.50 - $20,302.30

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 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 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.

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.

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 Opportunity

Blue 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.

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