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Blue Origin · 1 week ago

Mechanical Engineer (Electronics Packaging)

Greater Seattle Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$121K/yr - $169K/yr

5+ years exp

Blue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems for the benefit of Earth. They are seeking a Mechanical Engineer to architect, design, and validate optomechanical packaging for fiber/laser amplifier systems used in space optical communication links, ensuring reliable performance through launch and on-orbit.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Define requirements, interfaces, and budgets with photonics, electrical, systems, and manufacturing teams

Develop packaging architectures for amplifier modules: chassis, mounts, fiber routing/strain relief, fixtures, enclosures, and contamination control

Create CAD models and drawings; perform tolerance stack‑ups; author assembly procedures and work instructions

Design for thermal performance: conduction/radiation paths, heat spreaders/straps, TEC/heater integration, emissivity coatings, and MLI; build and correlate thermal models

Perform structural analyses (hand calculations and FEA) for static, modal, random vibration, and shock; fastener/joint analysis and margin reporting

Manage fiber‑specific mechanics: bend radius, spooling, clamps, feedthroughs, and connector strain relief

Select space‑appropriate materials and finishes considering outgassing, cleanliness, venting, and surface treatments

Support environmental testing (TVAC, thermal cycling, vibration, shock): test setup, instrumentation, data review, and corrective actions

Collaborate with suppliers/CMs on manufacturability, quality, and lead‑time; drive DFM/DFA and transition to production

Own BOMs and configuration control throughout the product lifecycle

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringOpto-mechanical packaging3D CAD proficiencyStructural analysisThermal design skillsEnvironmental qualificationHands-on assembly experienceCross-functional collaborationClear communicationDocumentation skills

Required

BS/MS in Mechanical Engineering or related field

5+ years in opto‑mechanical or high‑reliability electronics packaging, preferably aerospace or similar environments

Proficiency with 3D CAD and drawings (e.g., Creo, NX, or SolidWorks); strong GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance analysis

Demonstrated structural and thermal design skills; experience with FEA and thermal modeling supported by hand calculations

Experience taking hardware from prototype through environmental qualification and into production

Hands‑on assembly/alignment experience in lab or cleanroom settings; fixture and tooling design

Clear communicator with strong cross‑functional collaboration and documentation skills

Preferred

Thermal analysis tools (e.g., Thermal Desktop/SINDA, ESATAN-TMS, Icepak/FLOTHERM) and test/model correlation

Packaging of fiberoptic modules (spools, WDMs, isolators, combiners, pump diodes) and associated mechanical constraints

Knowledge of space materials/coatings, contamination control, and outgassing (e.g., ASTM E595) and venting practices

Experience with MLI, thermal straps/heat pipes, TECs/heaters, and thermal control interface to electronics

Vibration and shock design/test (random vibe, SRS); fastener/joint analysis and fracture-control awareness

Supplier development and manufacturing processes (CNC machining, sheet metal, additive, brazing); PLM/ECO and configuration management

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.

Company

Blue Origin

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Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.

Founded in 2000

Kent, Washington, USA

10001+ employees

http://www.blueorigin.com

Funding

Current Stage

Late Stage

Total Funding

$185.35M

Key Investors

NASAUnited States Space Force

2024-02-20Secondary Market

2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M

2021-12-03Grant· $130M

Leadership Team

David Limp

Chief Executive Officer

Tim Collins

Vice President, Global Supply Chain

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