Aerospace Systems Engineer III – Structures, Mechanisms

BLUE ORIGIN

Aerospace Systems Engineer III focusing on Structures & Mechanisms within Blue Origin’s lunar program. Engineering integration and verification closure for flight hardware in lunar missions.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeSpace Coast • Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $121,023 - $169,432 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

requirements managementsystem integrationverification planningroot cause analysisanomaly investigationconfiguration managementrisk managementcontamination controlflight readiness certificationmechanical subsystems

Soft Skills

cross-functional communicationtechnical alignmentleadershipproblem-solvingcollaboration

Tools & Technologies

DOORSJamaWindchillverification toolsrequirements tools

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. in Aerospace EngineeringB.S. in Mechanical EngineeringM.S. in Aerospace EngineeringM.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Industry Keywords

aerospace systems engineeringlunar mission objectivesNASA systems engineeringFRACASFMEAlunar lander developmentthermal extremesvacuum environmentslaunch loadslanding loads

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop, decompose, allocate, and manage requirements for structural and mechanical subsystems; maintain end-to-end traceability to lunar mission objectives and program-level requirements.
Define and control interfaces (ICDs) across mechanical/electrical/software/ops boundaries, including vehicle-to-payload and vehicle-to-ground/support equipment interfaces.
Plan and execute subsystem/system integration for structures and mechanisms; coordinate across design, analysis, manufacturing, assembly, and test to deliver flight-ready hardware.
Interface with the Verification team to define verification strategies and methods (test/analysis/inspection/similarity), author and approve verification plans/procedures, and drive verification closure with clear objective evidence.
Ensure design and verification approaches address lunar environments and operational constraints (thermal extremes, dust/regolith considerations, vacuum, launch loads, landing loads/shock, reliability/operability).
Lead/participate in anomaly investigations and FRACAS activities; perform root cause analysis, implement corrective actions, and prevent recurrence.
Support technical reviews and readiness milestones (SRR/PDR/CDR/TRR/FRR), presenting requirements status, verification status, risks, and interface readiness.
Improve systems engineering processes (requirements quality, configuration/change control, verification workflow, interface management).

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
7+ years of aerospace systems engineering experience (requirements, integration, and verification) supporting flight hardware
Experience working structures and/or mechanisms (e.g., primary/secondary structure, landing gear, deployment systems, latches, actuators, separation systems)
Demonstrated experience interfacing with V&V teams and driving verification planning and closure
Proficiency with requirements/configuration tools (e.g., DOORS, Jama, Windchill, or equivalent)
Strong cross-functional communication and ability to drive technical alignment across multiple disciplines.
M.S. in Aerospace/Mechanical Engineering or related field (preferred)
Experience with spacecraft or lunar lander development and verification (preferred)
Familiarity with NASA-style systems engineering/verification practices and technical review gates (preferred)
Experience with FMEA/FRACAS, risk management, and flight readiness certification (preferred)
Experience with contamination control/operability concerns relevant to lunar surface mechanisms (preferred).

Benefits

Comp & perks

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
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.