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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!\nBlue 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.\nJoin 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.\nResponsibilities include but are not limited to:\nPerform mechanical configuration and layout activities for TeraWave spacecraft, ensuring optimal placement of components within the spacecraft envelope\n\nCreate and maintain detailed 3D CAD models and digital mockups for satellite structures, components, and mechanical interfaces, ensuring proper integration of subsystems and equipment\n\nSupport the design and development of the primary and secondary structures.\n\nDevelop spacecraft packaging concepts that optimize mass efficiency while maintaining structural integrity and thermal performance\n\nPerform first-order layout and mass properties analyses to validate design concepts and ensure compliance with mission requirements\n\nCollaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve mechanical interface issues between subsystems (propulsion, avionics, power, thermal, etc.)\n\nGenerate and maintain technical documentation, including assembly drawings, mechanical interface control documents (ICDs), and configuration-management records\n\nSupport design reviews and provide technical guidance on mechanical configuration and layout challenges\n\nDevelop innovative solutions for component mounting, cable routing, and thermal management within tight spatial constraints\n\nPerform trade studies to evaluate different configuration options based on mass, volume, accessibility, and manufacturability\n\nSupport Assembly, Integration, and Test (AIT) activities to ensure proper implementation of mechanical designs\n\nContribute to development of mechanical ground support equipment (MGSE) and associated spacecraft interfaces for satellite assembly, handling, transport, and testing\n\nSupport development and maintenance of mechanical interface documentation for launch-vehicle, dispenser, and other external spacecraft interfaces, as assigned\n\nParticipate in failure investigations and implement corrective actions for mechanical configuration issues\n\nMinimum Qualifications\nBachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering field\n\n5+ years of experience in spacecraft mechanical design, configuration, and layout engineering\n\nProficiency with 3D CAD software (CATIA, SolidWorks, NX, or similar)\n\nExperience with mass properties analysis and management\n\nKnowledge of spacecraft structural design principles and manufacturing processes\n\nFamiliarity with mechanical interface control and configuration management\n\nMust 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.\nPreferred Qualifications\nMaster's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field\n\n7+ years of experience in spacecraft mechanical configuration and layout engineering\n\nExperience with satellite constellation design and development\n\nKnowledge of optical or RF communications payload integration\n\nFamiliarity with LEO and MEO satellite design considerations\n\nExperience with design for manufacturability and assembly (DFMA)\n\nKnowledge of spacecraft environmental testing requirements and procedures\n\nExperience with finite element analysis (FEA) tools for structural validation\n\nUnderstanding of thermal design considerations for spacecraft\n\nPrevious work on communication satellite programs or high-throughput satellite systems\n\nExperience with design optimization techniques for mass reduction\n\nStrong problem-solving skills and attention to detail\n\nExcellent communication and collaboration abilities\n\nBase Pay Range for:\nCA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20\nCO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85\nWA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20Other site ranges may differ\nCulture Statement\nDon’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.\nExport Control Regulations\nApplicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.\nBackground Check\nRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation\nRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.\nRequired for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical\nBenefits\nBenefits include: 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.\nStock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)\nPaid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.\nDependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. \nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.\nAffirmative Action and Disability Accommodation\nApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. 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