Senior Technical Specialist - Avionics Packaging

About the role

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. The goal is to build sustainable infrastructure for transporting crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

Responsibilities

• Effectively design, develop, and test robust electronics enclosures and mechanical assemblies
• Create 3D CAD models and part, assembly, and installation drawings
• Create specifications and work process instructions
• Lead or participate in engineering design reviews
• Cook up or coordinate procurement of parts and assemblies
• Design test fixtures and fabrication tooling
• Participate or provide technical guidance for hardware installations
• Report regularly on status of schedules and technical progress

Requirements

• Minimum of an A.S. degree in drafting and design or equivalent designer experience
• 6+ years of experience designing/drafting mechanical parts, assemblies, enclosures, brackets, test and assembly fixtures
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software
• Experienced with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
• Familiar with existing applicable drafting standards including ASME Y14.5
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Able to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering field
• 8+ years of experience
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, standards, and design best practices
• Experience with aerospace, launch vehicle, or spacecraft mechanical and/or avionics systems
• Aptitude and practical skills applied to mechanical assemblies, tools, and shop practices
• Aptitude and practical skills applied to mechanical assemblies, tools, and shop practices
• Aptitude and practical skills applied to mechanical assemblies, tools, and shop practices

Skills

• Technical expertise
• Leadership skills
• Commitment to quality
• Passion for the mission and vision

Benefits

• 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

Pay

For CO applicants is $114,455.00 - $160,236.30
WA applicants is $124,476.00 - $174,265.35
Other site ranges may differ

Schedule

Not specified