Blue Origin · 2 weeks ago
Senior Mission Systems Engineer
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$141K/yr - $197K/yr
8+ years expBlue Origin is focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. As a Senior Mission Systems Engineer, you will lead the end-to-end development of complex space missions, ensuring technical success and mentoring multidisciplinary teams.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Own the definition and development of mission architectures, concepts of operations (CONOPS), and end-to-end system designs for first-of-a-kind space system
Architect and manage the complete system requirements baseline, including decomposition, allocation, and traceability to ensure mission success
Lead and adjudicate critical trade studies that drive major architectural and design decisions, balancing performance, cost, schedule, and risk
Work with others to help establish and oversee the Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) framework and strategy for the mission, ensuring the integrity and utility of the system model
Serve as the technical authority for all system interfaces, chairing interface control working groups and ensuring seamless integration between vehicle, payload, and ground segments
Mentor and guide multidisciplinary teams, setting the standard for systems engineering excellence and ensuring a cohesive and robust system design
Own the system-level verification, validation, and test strategy, ensuring a comprehensive plan is in place to demonstrate that all mission objectives will be met
Chair and serve as the primary technical signatory for major program design reviews (e.g., SRR, PDR, CDR), and represent the mission's technical interests to leadership and external stakeholders
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline
8+ years of progressive experience in systems engineering, mission design, or complex system development within the aerospace industry
Proven track record of technical leadership and ownership on complex aerospace programs, with a demonstrated ability to lead projects from concept to completion
Deep proficiency with the systems engineering lifecycle and best practices, especially as applied to 'clean sheet' or novel system designs
Expertise in leading complex, multi-variable trade studies and performing detailed systems analysis
Proficiency with scripting and analysis using tools such as Python or MATLAB
Deep proficiency with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies (e.g., Cameo/SysML)
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to mentor engineers and provide clear technical guidance
This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. security clearance. An active TS clearance is required
Preferred
Master of Science degree or higher in a relevant engineering or technical discipline
12+ years of experience in the aerospace or defense industry
Demonstrated experience as a Chief Engineer, Lead Systems Engineer, or IPT lead for a major subsystem or vehicle
Experience leading a major system development effort through multiple program lifecycle milestones (concept to flight)
Recognized expertise in orbital mechanics, mission design, and spacecraft subsystem performance analysis
Expertise with requirements management and verification tools (e.g., DOORS Next Generation)
Experience with national security space missions or other government-led space development programs
Benefits
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%
Education Support Program
Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey 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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