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Aerospace Systems Engineer II - Fault Management & System Autonomy - Blue Ring (TS/SCI Required)

Blue Origin · Greater Seattle Area · 1 mo ago
On-siteInformation Technology$91k–$127k/yrFull-time

About the role

This role is part of the In‑Space Systems business unit, focused on space infrastructure and increasing on‑orbit mobility. You will develop the fault management and system autonomy (FMSA) architecture, including processes, products, and analyses across all mission phases. The position works closely with fault protection and system autonomy requirements development, testing, validation, and verification, collaborating with the Blue Ring spacecraft Systems Engineering, Integration & Test (SEIT) team and the broader program.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and manage fault management architectures, including design principles and requirements.
  • Define redundancy architecture, including cross‑strapping and fault containment regions for integrated systems.
  • Architect, design, and analyze autonomous behaviors, modes, and states.
  • Plan and execute integrated system Fault Management and Autonomy Verification and Validation efforts.
  • Monitor and approve fault management and autonomy design, development, and test.
  • Drive process improvements with a sense of ownership and urgency.

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Aerospace Engineering, Physics, or an equivalent technical field.
  • 3+ years of experience with systems engineering principles and processes as they relate to aerospace system development.
  • Demonstrated experience with fault‑tolerance strategies and architectures for safety‑critical and mission‑critical systems.
  • Experience with autonomous system design, analysis, and testing.
  • Familiarity with embedded software system design or operation.
  • First‑principles knowledge of major spacecraft subsystems.
  • Familiarity with safety and mission assurance analyses, including FMECA, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Functional Hazard Analyses (FHA).
  • Ability to form relationships with experts from varying engineering fields and provide constructive feedback on FMSA, safety, and reliability concerns.
  • Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Self‑directed and capable of balancing several tasks simultaneously.
  • Ability to earn trust and maintain positive, professional relationships.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
  • Willingness to travel 10‑15%.
  • TS/SCI security clearance required.

Preferred Qualifications

  • M.S. degree in a relevant technical field.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance (preferred).
  • Subject‑matter expert in fault‑tolerance strategies and architectures for safety and mission‑critical systems.
  • Embedded software design knowledge or experience.
  • Experience defining and performing complex trade studies.
  • Experience with design, development, and certification of spaceflight systems, including radiation environments and effects.
  • Experience with logical and physical architecture definition and decomposition.
  • Experience with hardware‑in‑the‑loop (HIL) and software‑in‑the‑loop (SIL) testing.

Pay

Base Pay Range: For Colorado applicants $90,934.00 – $127,307.25; for Washington applicants $99,201.00 – $138,880.35; other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Basic and supplemental life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
  • 401(k) with company match up to 5%.
  • Education Support Program.
  • Stock options for all regular employees (working ≥20 hours/week).
  • Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year based on scheduled hours, plus up to 14 company‑paid holidays.

Culture Statement

Don’t meet every desired requirement? Studies show many people hesitate to apply unless they match every qualification. At Blue Origin we value an authentic workplace; if you’re excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if your experience isn’t a perfect match.

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