Our space systems must perform optimal vehicle maneuvering considering multiple propulsion system types (chemical and electric propulsion), multiple measurement sources (GPS and radiometric), and broad destination regimes (geostationary and cislunar space). As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will join our Astrodynamics and Trajectory Execution team as a Senior Maneuver Design Engineer.You will be responsible for exemplifying best practices, balanced technical judgment, and superior work ethic in a time-constrained environment.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
- Responsibilities include but are not limited to :
- Minimum Qualifications :
- 7+ years of proven experience focused in satellite mission design.Experience performing spacecraft maneuvering in flight operations. Applied experience in navigation tools such as Monte, STK / ODTK, FreeFlyer, Copernicus, or GMAT.Experience in at least one of the following languages : Python, Julia, or C++.Demonstrated knowledge of the mission design lifecycle from conceptualization through operational flight. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Preferred Qualifications :
- Leadership experience in satellite maneuver operations.Experience using the Monte software package.Experience with electric propulsion satellite missions. Experience with the development of trajectory design and optimization software.Experience defining, planning, and documenting ConOps for spacecraft missions.Experience in development of spacecraft through the full engineering lifecycle.Experience working on and effectively communicating with a distributed team.Experience with DevOps processes including configuration control, continuous development and deployment workflows, Agile methodologies, software code review.Previous experience with software development tooling such as Jira, git, Jenkins, Docker and at least one IDE.Active or ability to acquire Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with polygraph preferred.
- Required for all positions : Blue’s Standard Background Check
- Required for Certain Job Profiles : Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
- Required for Certain Job Profiles : Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and / or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including : Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation / shipping training.
- Required for certain Job Profiles : Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
- 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.Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.
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