Ground System Design Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN

Ground System Design Engineer III at Blue Origin developing systems for New Glenn launch vehicle. Collaborating on vehicle integration and supporting architecture development efforts.

Posted 7/9/2026full-timeSpace Coast • Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $110,938 - $155,312 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Expertise in creating and maintaining ground system architectures for launch systems, with a strong focus on design integration and configuration control throughout the development lifecycle. Proficient in 3-D CAD software and visualization tools, complemented by effective communication and interpersonal skills.

Highest-signal resume keywords

B.S. Degree In Engineering7+ Years Experience In Launch Vehicle StructuresConfiguration Control Experience3-D CAD Software ProficiencyScheduling And Planning Knowledge

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Ground System Architecture CreationInterface Control DrawingsDesign IntegrationConfiguration ControlManufacturing And Test Experience

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsInterpersonal SkillsGood JudgmentFlexibilityDriven To Achieve Results

Tools & Technologies

3-D CAD SoftwareVisualization ToolsPlanning Tools

Industry Keywords

Aircraft StructuresSpacecraft StructuresLaunch Vehicle StructuresTrade StudiesFinal Design

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Creating ground system architectures for the New Glenn Launch System including future variants
Create, release and maintain Interface Control Drawings and Models
Interface with all flight and ground elements to ensure a complete, balanced New Glenn system

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in engineering and at least 7 years of experience in the development and packaging of aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures.
Demonstrated configuration control experience from early trade studies through final design and into manufacturing and test.
Possess strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong design and integration skills using 3-D CAD software and visualization tools.
Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling and planning principles and tools.
Good judgment and flexibility. Driven to achieve results.

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.