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CAD Configurator III – Fluids & Propulsion – Crewed Lunar Lander

Blue Origin logoBlue Origin$110,938–$155,313/yrDenver, COFull timePosted 3w ago
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About the job

## Application close date Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products.

To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. We are looking for a CAD Configurator to support design and development of the fluids and propulsion systems on the MK2 Crewed Lunar Lander under NASA's HLS program.

This is a vehicle-centric position which includes the complete life cycle of the integrated propulsion system including development testing. You will work directly with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program.

You will play a key role in developing the MK2 Crewed Lunar Lander that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will facilitate configuration development and integration of the MK2 Crewed Lunar Lander's Fluids and Propulsion Systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of the design.

You will integrate between sub-systems to define the best design solutions across the vehicle structural, mechanical, fluids and electrical subsystems. You will assist in configuration management and in Engineering Change Requests (ECR’s). You will create and manage multiple vehicle configurations and ensure they support down stream material requirement planning.

In this role, you will contribute to initiatives to improve manufacturability, decrease nonconformances, improve vehicle design, and support modifications.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively contribute to our commitment to return humans to the moon. ## Responsibilities include but are not limited to · Lead the CAD configuration within the Fluids & Propulsion team to define configuration baselines for vehicle design changes, modifications, and variants. · Own the integrated configuration across structural, mechanical, fluids, and electrical subsystems, ensuring a coherent vehicle-level design solution. · Drive development and flow-down of configuration-related requirements and support verification planning for design changes. · Lead cross-functional trade studies and impact assessments for proposed configuration changes and design options. · Coordinate and communicate configuration and design changes across affected subsystems, resolving conflicts and dependencies. · Own configuration management for assigned scope, ensuring accurate baselines, revisions, and traceability in alignment with Blue standards. · Lead and review Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) within your area, ensuring completeness, technical accuracy, and configuration integrity. · Define and maintain interface configurations between subsystems, including appropriate model-based definitions and control documents. · Manage cross-module integration priorities and expectations, driving resolution of configuration and integration issues between engineering teams. · Ensure that configuration baselines and documentation support major design reviews and integration milestones. · Track and report configuration-related development status, including schedule, risk, and key technical issues for your scope. · Ensure manufacturing, assembly, integration test, and concept of operations considerations are incorporated into configuration decisions. · Provide technical guidance to integration and test teams to ensure configuration intent is understood and maintained. · Champion adherence to configuration management best practices and Blue Origin configuration management standards across the IPT. ## Minimum Qualifications · B.S. degree in engineering and at least 5+ years of experience in aircraft or spacecraft propulsion or mechanical design, configuration, and layout engineering · Demonstrated design configuration control experience on recently developed products and equipment used in oil/gas, aircraft, or launch vehicles from early trade studies through final design, and into manufacturing and test · Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills and experience working in a highly integrated cross-functional team environment · Strong design and integration skills using 3-D CAD software and visualization tools · Demonstrated knowledge of scheduling and planning principles and tools ## Preferred Qualifications · B.S. degree in engineering and at least 8 years of experience or M.S. degree in engineering and at least 6 years of experience · Strong GD&T skills and experience with large tolerance stack-up analysis · Experience using PTC Creo and Windchill · Participated in a recognized configuration management training (CMII) · Knowledge of aerospace vehicle fabrication and assembly techniques and related quality control concepts · Ability to interpret and apply high-level system requirements to practical design solutions ## Base Pay Range for CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85 ## Culture Statement Don’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. ## Export Control Regulations Applicants 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. ## Background Check - Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check - Required 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 - Required 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. - Required 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 ## Benefits - Benefits 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. - 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. - Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's in

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