AC Power Systems Engineer III, Launch Infrastructure Development

Blue Origin • Space Coast, FL

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About The Position

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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers perform as an AC power systems engineer for ground systems. You will design, develop, and test AC power systems for ground-based infrastructure like launch ranges, substations, or test facilities.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in electrical engineering, with a power systems focus
• 8+ years of relevant experience in power systems design, analysis, and project execution.
• Software proficiency: Experience with power system simulation software like ETAP, PSS/E, or PSCAD.
• Component and system selection: Specify, size, and select electrical components such as transformers, switchgear, and circuit breakers.
• Installation and commissioning: Oversee the installation of electrical equipment and participate in the testing and commissioning phases to validate system functionality.
• Experience with electrical distribution design, hazardous area classification, load balancing, single-line diagrams, design documentation, construction drawings, construction bid solicitation, contractor selection, construction management, field superintendence, permitting, QA/QC
• Experience with commissioning, operating, and maintenance of power systems
• Ability to design and understand precision technical plans, blueprints, drawings and modeling applications
• Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), Intermediate
• Candidate must be able to lift/carry up to fifty pounds.
• Must be able to physically climb multiple flights stairs, withstand prolonged standing, and work in adverse weather conditions
• Candidate must be able to successfully apply for badging at a government installation

Nice To Haves

• Professional Engineer
• Experience in the aerospace (orbital launch vehicle) sector
• Experience with AFSPCMAN 91-710
• Experience working with DOD, US Air Force and/or US Space Force, NASA
• Experience with NFPA 55, NFPA 70, NFPA 59A, NFPA 780
• PMP or Project Management Experience
• Communication: Strong written and verbal communication skills to prepare reports and present information to audiences.

Responsibilities

• Performing system analysis
• Creating electrical schematics
• Specifying components
• Overseeing installation and commissioning, with a focus on compliance with standards and ensuring reliability in harsh environments.
• Risk management: Perform risk assessments, hazard analyses, and failure mode and effects analyses (FMEA).
• Design and analysis: Create detailed electrical designs for power distribution, control systems, and lightning protection.
• Troubleshooting and maintenance: Investigate and resolve power-related issues, support ongoing maintenance, and provide real-time support during critical operations.
• Documentation: Develop and maintain technical documentation, including schematics, control diagrams, and operational manuals.
• Compliance and quality: Ensure designs and installations comply with industry standards, codes (e.g., IEEE, NESC), and project-specific requirements.
• Power systems studies: Conduct load flow analysis, short-circuit studies, and grounding studies to ensure system performance and safety

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.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees