New Glenn System Engineering - Certification

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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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

At Blue Origin, we envision a future of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost launch vehicles and space systems within a culture of safety and collaboration. Join our diverse team of innovators and problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy-lift launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to Earth's orbit and beyond. Engineered with a reusable first stage and a seven-meter payload fairing, New Glenn is building the road to space.

As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts,you willwork on launch vehicles, launch facility systems and in-space vehicles for the New Glenn Program. You will work across stages and associated subsystems to support integrated solutions to achieve our vision of "millions of people living and working in space." You will support all certification efforts on the New Glenn (NG) program, including the internal Program led certification and leveraging the data developed to enable external government agency certification of the New Glenn system allowing the program to fly critical payloads for our government customers. Tasks will include planning and execution of all aspects of certification and demonstrating compliance to our customers. Youwillprovide leadership in mitigating, tracking, and providing, status for key certification risks. You will assist in the development of an integrated approach to achieving NG certification for lower-level component qualification to system level certification. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and attention to details towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Successful candidates will contribute directly to establishing and continuously improving the program level processes and in developing the implementation and execution strategy. You will be responsible for monitoring/managing the qualification and certification progress and coordinating program level certification events. You will also be directly responsible for providing necessary certification document and support to demonstrate compliance with the USSF National Security Space Launch (NSSL) program certification requirements. Integration and coordinate among various stakeholders (Blue Origin internal and external government) on a wide array of qualification and certification activities and issues is essential for success. Lastly, you must have the adaptability and flexibility to perform at a high-level in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and be a respected team member! Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or related technical discipline
• 5+ years engineering experience in the aerospace industry development and integration preferably with launch vehicles and associated subsystems or spacecraft
• Familiarity with the government (e.g. Space Force, NASA) certification of launch vehicle and industry standards
• Knowledge of design certification and mission certification process
• Ability to work effectively in teams with a demonstrated track record of good communication, execution, and coordination skills
• Exhibit excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong track record of extreme product ownership
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with hardware or software qualification process
• Experience with collaboration tools such as Confluence and JIRA
• Experience working with Product Lifecycle Management (e.g. Windchill) and Requirements Management tools (DOORS NG)
• Working knowledge of current systems engineering and integration tools and methodologies, including verification and validation
• Exhibit excellent judgement and be comfortable making high-quality and high-velocity decisions

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Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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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 (DIBDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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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.

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

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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