CAD Designer

Blue Origin•Reston, WA

About The Position

Blue Origin is hiring a CAD Designer to support TeraWave, its satellite communications network. The role develops, maintains, and submits engineering drawings, systems designs, and engineering documentation for release in accordance with company, industry, and governmental standards. Using PTC Creo Parametric 12 and Windchill PLM, the designer creates and maintains 3D parametric models, 2D drawings, and Model-Based Definition (MBD) datasets, supporting system design across mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines. The CAD Designer develops and maintains component product definitions and data, prepares layouts, modifies existing designs, and resolves modeling discrepancies. The role applies Model-Based Definition techniques and other engineering design practices to build models and drawings and maintain engineering data. It also provides internal customers with guidance on schedules and technical requirements. Blue Origin seeks someone with technical expertise, strong communication skills, attention to quality, and commitment to its spaceflight mission.

Requirements

5+ years of experience in aerospace development or a similar industry.
Proficiency in design and integration using Creo Parametric.
Proficiency in drawing generation, checking, and release processes.
Experience with Windchill.
Proficiency in Model-Based Definition.
Proficiency in standard fits, tolerance stacks, and GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5).
Experience selecting standard aerospace hardware, including fasteners, bushings, and washers.
Experience working in a cross-functional team responsible for selecting materials and manufacturing processes and developing designs for engineered products.
Excellent attention to detail and task ownership, pride in work, and willingness to perform low-level tasks when needed.
Experience managing large CAD assemblies and associated drawings.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

8+ years of experience in aerospace development, preferably in launch vehicle or aircraft development.

Responsibilities

Develop, maintain, and submit engineering drawings, systems designs, and engineering documentation for release in accordance with company, industry, and governmental standards.
Create and maintain 3D parametric models, 2D drawings, and Model-Based Definition datasets using PTC Creo Parametric 12 and Windchill PLM.
Support engineering system design across mechanical, structural, and electrical disciplines.
Design and maintain component product definitions and data, including preparing layouts, modifying existing designs, and resolving modeling discrepancies.
Build models and drawings using Model-Based Definition and maintain engineering design data in accordance with company and industry techniques.
Provide internal customers with guidance on schedule and technical requirements.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Basic and supplemental life insurance.
Paid parental leave.
Short- and long-term disability.
401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
Education Support Program.
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week.
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours.
Up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on individual contributions and company results.