SLD Senior Systems Engineer, Cross Program Integration, Level 4 - Lunar Permanence - Blue Origin
Los Angeles, CA 90001
About the Job
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! Lunar Permanence: This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s multiple Blue Moon lander product lines
To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As a Senior Systems Engineer on the Lunar Permanence Cross Program Integration team, your role will involve leading the integration across program elements, defining receivables/deliverables, and creating technical and procurement content for Statements of Work (SOWs)
You will closely collaborate with procurement, lead integration forums, track progress, and ensure top issues and risks are addressed and managed effectively
Your active involvement in decision-making, tracking metrics, and working with element IPTs will significantly contribute to the success of the Lunar Permanence business unit.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight
Passion for our mission and vision is required! Denver, CO, Huntsville, AL, or Seattle, WA are preferred but position is open to all locations listed
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead vehicle integration and systems engineering activities and products in accordance with tailored system engineering standards and practices:Develop, manage, and allocate requirements & interfaceso Manage and execute gated/milestone design and operational reviewso Develop and/or mature Concept of Operations documentso Develop, review, and assess verification artifacts (test plans, test reports, analysis reports, inspection reports, etc.)o Manage Vehicle Qualification and Test Planningo Develop and own vehicle technical resource budgets (mass, power, link, etc.)Ensure all aspects of the vehicle are working across the product lifecycleAct as the negotiator between multiple and sometimes conflicting interests in order to make sure the vehicle is optimized while ensuring internal and external stakeholders’ needs are being representedProvide mentoring and technical leadershipLead integration, procurement, and delivery of hardware from SLD to other elements or from other elements to Blue.Define Receivables/Deliverables for cross program hardware within SLD, including common and to/from different elements.Define technical and procurement content for SOWs.Closely work with Procurement to track status and resolve issues.Ensure hardware risks are included in program risks and being managed.Create and elevate decisions to SLD board.Track metrics for work being completed.Minimum QualificationsMinimum of a B.S
degree in Engineering or another technical field8+ years of systems engineering experience including leading hardware integration, procurement, and delivery processes, preferably within the aerospace or space industry.Ability to integrate and coordinate across business, partner and customer elementsProficient in tracking and analyzing metrics for work completion, ensuring progress on deliverables, and providing comprehensive reporting for program oversight and decision-making.Exceptional collaboration skills, with a track record of working closely with procurement teams to track status, resolve issues, and ensure seamless logistics for hardware delivery.Experience leading small multi-disciplinary development teams on fast-paced projectsExperience in conducting integration forums with element Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to align requirements and address technical challenges.Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skillsAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionTravel expected up to 25% of the timeMust 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 QualificationsExperience leading multidisciplinary development projects, including managing requirements, priorities, scope, and schedule, and cost.Experience with NASA development program.Supply chain management experience.Compensation Range for:CA applicants is $146,644.50-$205,302.30;CO applicants is $134,838.38-$188,773.73;WA applicants is $146,644.50-$205,302.30Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon’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.Export Control RegulationsApplicants 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.BenefitsBenefits 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.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force
Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities
We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members
We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law
Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws
For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at
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! Lunar Permanence: This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s multiple Blue Moon lander product lines
To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As a Senior Systems Engineer on the Lunar Permanence Cross Program Integration team, your role will involve leading the integration across program elements, defining receivables/deliverables, and creating technical and procurement content for Statements of Work (SOWs)
You will closely collaborate with procurement, lead integration forums, track progress, and ensure top issues and risks are addressed and managed effectively
Your active involvement in decision-making, tracking metrics, and working with element IPTs will significantly contribute to the success of the Lunar Permanence business unit.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight
Passion for our mission and vision is required! Denver, CO, Huntsville, AL, or Seattle, WA are preferred but position is open to all locations listed
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:Lead vehicle integration and systems engineering activities and products in accordance with tailored system engineering standards and practices:Develop, manage, and allocate requirements & interfaceso Manage and execute gated/milestone design and operational reviewso Develop and/or mature Concept of Operations documentso Develop, review, and assess verification artifacts (test plans, test reports, analysis reports, inspection reports, etc.)o Manage Vehicle Qualification and Test Planningo Develop and own vehicle technical resource budgets (mass, power, link, etc.)Ensure all aspects of the vehicle are working across the product lifecycleAct as the negotiator between multiple and sometimes conflicting interests in order to make sure the vehicle is optimized while ensuring internal and external stakeholders’ needs are being representedProvide mentoring and technical leadershipLead integration, procurement, and delivery of hardware from SLD to other elements or from other elements to Blue.Define Receivables/Deliverables for cross program hardware within SLD, including common and to/from different elements.Define technical and procurement content for SOWs.Closely work with Procurement to track status and resolve issues.Ensure hardware risks are included in program risks and being managed.Create and elevate decisions to SLD board.Track metrics for work being completed.Minimum QualificationsMinimum of a B.S
degree in Engineering or another technical field8+ years of systems engineering experience including leading hardware integration, procurement, and delivery processes, preferably within the aerospace or space industry.Ability to integrate and coordinate across business, partner and customer elementsProficient in tracking and analyzing metrics for work completion, ensuring progress on deliverables, and providing comprehensive reporting for program oversight and decision-making.Exceptional collaboration skills, with a track record of working closely with procurement teams to track status, resolve issues, and ensure seamless logistics for hardware delivery.Experience leading small multi-disciplinary development teams on fast-paced projectsExperience in conducting integration forums with element Integrated Product Teams (IPTs) to align requirements and address technical challenges.Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skillsAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionTravel expected up to 25% of the timeMust 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 QualificationsExperience leading multidisciplinary development projects, including managing requirements, priorities, scope, and schedule, and cost.Experience with NASA development program.Supply chain management experience.Compensation Range for:CA applicants is $146,644.50-$205,302.30;CO applicants is $134,838.38-$188,773.73;WA applicants is $146,644.50-$205,302.30Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon’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.Export Control RegulationsApplicants 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.BenefitsBenefits 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.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force
Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities
We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members
We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law
Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws
For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at
EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.California
Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.SummaryLocation: Seattle, WA; Huntsville, AL; Denver, CO; Space Coast, FL; Los Angeles, CA; Reston, VAType: Full time
Source : Blue Origin