Sr. Avionics Harnessing and Packaging Engineer
- US citizenship
How this pay compares
This posting states $144k–$202k a year. Open electrical engineer jobs in Colorado post a median of $166k a year, the middle half $137k–$194k, across 163 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post.
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 Blue National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions.
Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs. We are a team of engineers, technicians, and visionaries shaping the future of space.
At Blue Origin, our mission is to build a road to space for the benefit of Earth, and we are developing reusable space vehicles and infrastructure that will dramatically lower the cost of access to space. As part of the Blue National Security – Core Systems & Components Team , you will be at the forefront of developing groundbreaking systems that will connect our future in space.
We are seeking a passionate and accomplished engineer to own the critical transition of the internal harnessing and electronics packaging for our flight-qualified component from ideation to development to high-rate production.
This is a rare opportunity to directly shape the manufacturability, reliability, and scalability of a cornerstone technology for Blue Origin’s future. ## Responsibilities As a Level 4 Harnessing and Packaging Engineer, you will serve as a technical leader responsible for the design, integration, and production readiness of all internal harnessing and packaging within the TeraWave flight product .
You will apply your expertise to mature our designs, ensuring they are not only robust for the space environment but also optimized for efficient, large-scale , automated manufacturing. - Design for Manufacturing & Assembly (DFM/DFA): Proactively embed DFM/DFA principles into all stages of the design cycle for all internal harnesses, enclosures, PCB/PCBA’s , and electronic assemblies. - Production Transition Leadership: Own and lead the technical effort to transition complex product-internal harnessing and packaging designs from low-rate initial builds to a high-rate production environment. - Process Development: Collaborate directly with manufacturing engineers and suppliers to define, develop, and validate production processes, tooling, and test procedures to achieve required production rates and quality. - Technical Design: Design and release detailed 3D models and 2D drawings for all internal wire harnesses, cable assemblies, and electronics enclosures that constitute the TeraWave product assembly using Altium , Creo , SolidWorks , and Windchill.
Perform trade studies on component selection, materials, and manufacturing techniques to optimize for cost, schedule, and performance. - Supplier Collaboration: Act as the primary technical point of contact for external suppliers, guiding them on design intent, resolving manufacturing challenges, and qualifying their processes for high-volume production. - Analysis & Verification: Oversee and contribute to structural, thermal, and vibration analysis of electronic packaging.
Develop and execute verification and validation test campaigns (qualification, acceptance, etc.). - Mentorship: Mentor junior engineers, sharing best practices in design for manufacturing, product internal harness design, and product maturation. ## Qualifications (Required) - B.S. degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical field. - 8+ years of experience in the design and delivery of electronics packaging and/or harnessing for complex systems as an integrated part of a final product . - Demonstrated, hands-on experience leading the transition of a product from a prototype/development phase into a high-rate production environment. - Proven expertise in Design for Manufacturing (DFM), Design for Assembly (DFA), and cost reduction methodologies. - Strong proficiency with 3D CAD software (Creo /Solid W orks preferred) for harnessing and mechanical design. - Deep understanding of harness manufacturing processes, standards (e.g., IPC/WHMA-A-620), and quality control. - Experience working through the full engineering lifecycle, including requirements definition, design, analysis, manufacturing, and testing. - 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. ## Qualifications (Desired) - M.S. degree in a relevant engineering discipline. - 10+ years of experience in the aerospace, satellite, or high-volume electronics/automotive industries. - Expert-level user of the Creo Cabling/Harnessing module and Windchill PLM. - Experience with ECAD/MCAD integration and tools (e.g., Zuken E3, Mentor Graphics). - Experience with supply chain development and supplier qualification for high-reliability components. - Hands-on experience with harness fabrication, rapid prototyping, and developing manufacturing work instructions. - Knowledge of FEA tools (Ansys preferred) for structural and thermal analysis of electronics. ## Base Pay Range for CO applicants is $144,179.00 - $201,849.90 ## 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 intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other fac
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Builds the New Shepard and New Glenn rockets and the Blue Moon lunar lander.
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