Mission Spacecraft Launch Integration Engineer III

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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! 

We are seeking an experienced Mission Launch Integration Engineer to join our team. As a key member of the Mission Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (SEIT) team, you will play a critical role in integrating complex spacecraft with launch systems and ensuring mission success. The spacecraft systems will include the Blue Ring platform and conceptual studies.

Your vision will drive project success and make a significant impact in our field.

You will have the opportunity to collaborate with a wide array of professionals, including customers, team members, systems engineering, architecture, hardware, and software teams. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight.

Passion for our mission and vision is required! 

• Relocation provided

• Travel expected up to 10% of the time

• Lead the planning and execution of systems engineering efforts for spacecraft launch vehicle integration

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define and manage system interfaces and requirements

• Develop and execute integration plans, procedures, and schedules

• Perform risk assessments and implement mitigation strategies

• Support test planning, execution, and troubleshooting during launch campaigns

• Analyze and verify system performance against mission objectives and requirements

• Maintain clear and effective communication with internal and external stakeholders throughout the integration process.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related field

• 5+ years of experience in aerospace engineering, with a focus on spacecraft and launch vehicle integration.

• Knowledge of space mission operations and satellite systems

• Strong understanding of spacecraft systems, launch vehicle architecture, and system engineering principles.

• Demonstrated experience with spacecraft and launch vehicle systems and integration processes

• Knowledge of current systems engineering test and integration tools and methodologies

• Enjoys a highly dynamic and fast-paced environment

• Possess skills in strategic system thinking, excellent written and oral communication skills, proactive in moving the program forward through team collaborations to achieve timely decisions, ability to earn trust, and maintain positive and professional relationships

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• M.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering, Physics, Systems Engineering, or a related field

• Demonstrated ability to lead complex integration projects

• Familiarity with industry standards and best practices for spacecraft and launch systems

• Experience with space mission assurance 

• Previous experience working on government or commercial spaceflight programs.

• Experience across the product life cycle (pre-conceptual design through operational support)

• Experience with MBSE/System Modeling tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Enterprise Architect, MagicDraw, or Rhapsody

• Familiarity with System Architecture frameworks such as the Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DODAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or NASA Space Mission Architecture Framework (SMAF)

• Experience with verification of requirements and using Systems Engineering tools such as DOORs, ETM, Windchill and Cameo.

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