Satellite Structures and Configuration Engineer III - TeraWave
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! Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. At Blue Origin, we’re not just building the future of space exploration—we’re revolutionizing global connectivity through our TeraWave satellite network. As a Satellite Structures and Configuration Engineer III, you will support spacecraft packaging, mechanical integration, structural interfaces, and configuration definition across the TeraWave satellite bus. You will work with cross-functional engineering teams through design, production, test, and AIT, including support for MGSE and external mechanical interfaces as assigned, helping enable a manufacturable and reliable constellation at scale. Join our team and be part of building a space-based network designed for tomorrow, where your expertise will directly contribute to creating a system that provides connectivity anywhere on Earth.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering field
- 5+ years of experience in spacecraft mechanical design, configuration, and layout engineering
- Proficiency with 3D CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, or similar)
- Experience with mass properties analysis and management
- Knowledge of spacecraft structural design principles and manufacturing processes
- Familiarity with mechanical interface control and configuration management
- Must 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.
Nice To Haves
- Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in spacecraft mechanical configuration and layout engineering
- Experience with satellite constellation design and development
- Knowledge of optical or RF communications payload integration
- Familiarity with LEO and MEO satellite design considerations
- Experience with design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA)
- Knowledge of spacecraft environmental testing requirements and procedures
- Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools for structural validation
- Understanding of thermal design considerations for spacecraft
- Previous work on communication satellite programs or high-throughput satellite systems
- Experience with design optimization techniques for mass reduction
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
Responsibilities
- Perform mechanical configuration and layout activities for TeraWave spacecraft, ensuring optimal placement of components within the spacecraft envelope
- Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and digital mockups for satellite structures, components, and mechanical interfaces, ensuring proper integration of subsystems and equipment
- Support the design and development of the primary and secondary structures.
- Develop spacecraft packaging concepts that optimize mass efficiency while maintaining structural integrity and thermal performance
- Perform first-order layout and mass properties analyses to validate design concepts and ensure compliance with mission requirements
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve mechanical interface issues between subsystems (propulsion, avionics, power, thermal, etc.)
- Generate and maintain technical documentation, including assembly drawings, mechanical interface control documents (ICDs), and configuration-management records
- Support design reviews and provide technical guidance on mechanical configuration and layout challenges
- Develop innovative solutions for component mounting, cable routing, and thermal management within tight spatial constraints
- Perform trade studies to evaluate different configuration options based on mass, volume, accessibility, and manufacturability
- Support Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) activities to ensure proper implementation of mechanical designs
- Contribute to development of mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE) and associated spacecraft interfaces for satellite assembly, handling, transport, and testing
- Support development and maintenance of mechanical interface documentation for launch-vehicle, dispenser, and other external spacecraft interfaces, as assigned
- Participate in failure investigations and implement corrective actions for mechanical configuration issues
Benefits
- 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%
- Education Support Program
- Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
- up to 14 company-paid holidays
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
