Satellite Structures and Configuration Engineer III - TeraWave

Blue Origin • Littleton, CO

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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! 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%, and an 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, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior