MK1-Avionics Harness Design Engineer II

Blue Origin•Space Coast, WA

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin’s Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. As a member of the Mk1 Vehicle Electrical Harness Design team, the engineer will own a significant portion of the vehicle’s electrical and mechanical harness design. The work includes developing wiring interconnect diagrams, harness assembly drawings, and harness installation drawings. The role supports the design and integration of harnesses for reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems, with a focus on safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Computer Engineering, or a related technical subject area.
At least 3 years of experience designing wire harnesses for the aerospace industry.
Familiarity with Creo, Zuken, or Windchill, or experience with other high-end CAD routing software such as Unigraphics NX Electrical or Catia.
Understanding and application of wire derating analysis.
Familiarity with applicable harness standards, including IPC/WHMA-A-620A and NASA-STD-8739.4.
Strong electrical and mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software.

Nice To Haves

Proficiency with Creo, Zuken, and Windchill.
Knowledge of harness fabrication and installation processes.
Experience with launch vehicle or spacecraft electrical/mechanical systems.
Experience with design-for-excellence (DFX) concepts.
Experience with GD&T and ASME drawing practices.

Responsibilities

Design electrical harnesses for power distribution, RF, communication, and high-speed data signals.
Select harness components and hardware, including connectors, backshells, cable, and wire.
Create wiring diagrams using Zuken E3.
Create 3D routed harness data files using Creo (Pro/Engineer) Cabling.
Create harness detail and installation drawings, including 2D flat harness drawings from 3D harness data sets.
Design and integrate harness support brackets.
Support design configuration development and trade studies.
Provide technical guidance for hardware installation.
Support the assembly and testing of cables and harnesses.
Report activity schedule and technical status.
Identify opportunities for technical improvements.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
401(k) with company match of up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and other company factors; bonuses are not guaranteed.