Space Vehicle Verification and Validation Lead - Blue Ring

Blue Origin • Denver, WA

7d • Onsite

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! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. The Space Vehicle Verification and Validation Lead is responsible for delivering a fully qualified system to our customers that is ready for launch. Join us in developing a first-of-its-kind space vehicle and execute the verification phase of the mission. This role will include overseeing the integration of the spacecraft bus to payloads, ground system, and launch vehicle as well as planning and executing the test program for the system level tests. If you are looking for your next career challenge, enjoy problem solving, want to provide near-term value, and have a passion for spacecraft development, please apply! We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

• B.S in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical or Software engineering; or related technical subject area
• 8 or more years of space system development or test engineering experience
• 2 or more years of spacecraft verification experience
• Demonstrated understanding of systems engineering fundamentals including requirements derivation, verification and validation
• Background in creating requirement verification reports and roll-up verification of lower level requirements to system level sell-off
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive customer relationships
• Ability to obtain a US Govt TS/SCI clearance

Nice To Haves

• Spaceflight and mission operations experience
• Mission CONOPs development
• Spacecraft test engineering familiarity
• Product line engineering experience
• Active US government Top Secret clearance

Responsibilities

• Create and own system-level spacecraft verification plans and execution
• Support launch site system testing, including payload and launch vehicle integration
• Develop product line verification plans and roll-up deliverables
• Deliver verification reports that ensure launch and operational readiness
• Ensure all payload interface requirements are met and spacecraft is ready for count-down
• Verify end-to-end functionality of system including ground system compatibility

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