Systems Engineer - Power and Thermal Budgets - Advanced Development Programs

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are committed to a culture of safety. This position directly impacts the history of space exploration and requires a 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. As part of a team of engineers you’ll primarily support the Space Mobility program area. You will be responsible for preventing surprises between various spaceflight systems that require power and/or thermal management - this role works closely across elements and subsystems (including C&DH, GNC, EPS, etc.) and will own the Power Equipment List (PEL). You’ll maintain system budgets, identify risks and opportunities, present to subsystem leads, and assist in subsystem-level and configuration-level trades. The role will require experience with spacecraft electrical power and thermal subsystems. This opportunity reports to the Systems Engineering Section inside of the Advanced Development Programs ADP business unit. Along with other growing, hardworking, and curious engineers you’ll be deployed to programs that shape the future of Blue Origin. We’re looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to join our team and positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required. If you’re excited by providing near-term value, solving novel problems, learning about interesting topics, and completing challenging activities, please apply! Responsibilities: Guide the completion and primarily support the Space Mobility program area Maintain system budgets, identify risks and opportunities, present to subsystem leads, and assist in subsystem-level and configuration-level trades for the power and thermal management subsystems Develop and own the Power Equipment List (PEL) and associated analyses, budgets, timelines and hardware limitations Work closely across elements and subsystems (including C&DH, GNC, EPS, etc.) Apply frequent use and application of technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques Work with colleagues and customers to follow Blue Origin and program-specific procedures and standards Qualifications: B.S. in Aerospace, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related technical subject area Experience with spacecraft electrical power and thermal subsystems Understanding of several of the principles, concepts, and methods of systems engineering Ability to use engineering skills used to design, develop, and evaluate systems Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion 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 Desired (but not required): Successful candidates typically have 2 to 5 years of relevant experience M.S. in Aerospace, Software, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related technical subject area Experience with software tools such as DOORS Next Generation, Cameo, MATLAB/Simulink, Confluence, JIRA, Git, Creo, and Windchill The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Estimated salary wage (Colorado only): $90k- $135K 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. 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. 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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. Benefits Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Paid Time Off: Provides up to 4 weeks per year, in addition to 14 holidays