Mechanical Engineer III - Space Resources

Application close date:

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

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!  

This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

Application close date:

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

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 and collaboration. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

We invite you to be a part of our Space Resources Program. This initiative is at the forefront of developing In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies, destined for the Moon and beyond. If you're passionate about our mission and are looking to make a meaningful contribution, you might just be the ideal candidate to join our innovative, and forward-thinking team.

In this hands-on role, you will be based entirely on-site at our Los Angeles facility, collaborating closely with the Space Resources Program team. We are looking for a skilled and experienced Mechanical Engineer III to contribute to critical electromechanical system design from requirements definition through detailed design, analysis, and test. You will design and integrate electromechanical assemblies for extreme thermal, dynamic, and pressure environments including high-temperature and molten material applications. You will partner with thermal and systems leads to develop robust, producible solutions leveraging advanced materials and manufacturing processes, and support hardware testing to retire critical risks. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, excels at technical problem-solving, and is comfortable working within technical risk and schedule constraints.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to electromechanical systems across design phases from concept through production, including analysis and support for hardware testing in extreme environments
• Detail the scope of work in alignment with project objectives.
• Fully own systems or subsystems and successfully run design reviews, plan and coordinate suppliers and manufacturing, and follow through testing and production.
• Design electromechanical solutions leveraging advanced materials (ceramics, exotic metals) for extreme thermal, dynamic, and pressure environments, including high-temperature and molten material applications.
• Conduct engineering analysis (thermal, structural, tolerance, and failure mode analysis) using both analytical methods and finite element analysis to validate performance
• Develop technical documentation including 3D models, production drawings, and design specifications optimized for machining and assembly in vacuum and inert gas environments
• Communicate technical challenges and solutions effectively across cross-functional teams, suppliers, and leadership
• Collaborate with senior engineers to support design decisions with incomplete data and rapidly converge on solutions

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related engineering discipline
• 5 to 9 years of professional experience in mechanical/electromechanical design, analysis, testing, and/or manufacturing.
• Proficient with CAD and working knowledge of FEA software packages (thermal, structural analysis) with strong capability in hand calculations.
• Working knowledge of GD&T with demonstrated application in design and tolerance analysis with clear ability to deliver defendable manufacturing documentation and drawings.
• Experience designing thermal components for extreme temperature environments with demonstrated capability in thermal analysis.
• Solid understanding of structural analysis, failure modes, and root cause investigation.
• Working experience in vacuum and/or inert gas environments with knowledge of advanced materials (ceramics, exotic metals, specialty alloys)
• Excellent technical communication skills; able to articulate engineering challenges clearly
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in agile, fast-paced development environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in engineering or a related technical discipline
• Working experience with CREO CAD software and ANSYS Mechanical for thermal and structural analysis
• Demonstrated experience with mechanical ground systems, mechanisms, and GSE (Ground Support Equipment)
• Experience with structural and thermal testing of electromechanical assemblies
• Experience designing satellites, flight hardware, or space-qualified systems
• Background in mechanism design and analysis for space or aerospace applications
• Experience with robotics control systems and electromechanical actuation
• Experience with early-stage, deep tech hardware development
• Exposure to design for manufacturability and cost optimization
• Experience designing for extreme thermal environments and vacuum applications

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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

 

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture 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 an 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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 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. 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, sex, 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 “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

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. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.