Blue Origin is committed to a vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. Enabling this future requires commercial low Earth orbit destinations where people can live and work, creating economic value. We are building the next space station. With a commercial business model and a futuristic space architecture designed to promote and sustain a robust orbital economy, we will normalize space travel for larger numbers of people. Come join our team to develop Earth orbit. As part of a hardworking team of diverse spacecraft development engineers, you will define the Rendezvous, Proximity Operations, and Docking (RPOD) operations concepts, identify functional and performance requirements on each of the flight elements, lead integrated Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) analysis, and plan the verification and validation campaign that will ensure safe and reliable RPOD operations for Orbital Reef core modules. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required Responsibilities: Perform analysis and studies to determine trajectories, rendezvous points, safety gates and corridors, and requirements for performing RPOD operations Develop RPOD concept of operations for Orbital Reef core modules Decompose RPOD functional and performance requirements between GN&C, mechanical systems, communication systems, docking targets, and mission systems Develop and maintain data interface, optical interface, and/or mechanical interface between the elements during the RPOD process Define and maintain element level states and modes in nominal and off-nominal conditions during the RPOD phase Determine and lead required RPOD V&V activities, including flight demonstrations Qualifications: B.S. in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics or related technical subject area Proven technical depth in one of the following areas: guidance, navigation, control, simulation, or flight software 7 years of demonstrated experience with in-space RPOD systems and mission operations Experience planning and executing RPOD integrated tests in high-fidelity test environments Experience in developing RPO Dconcept of operations, and requirements definition and analysis Excellent written and verbal communication skills Ability to execute in a dynamic, fast-paced, and driven work environment Applicant must be a United States citizen or permanent resident alien (current Green Card holder) Desired: M.S. or PhD in the subject disciplines 10 years relevant experience with at least 4 years spent leading a complex multi-disciplinary team Strong fundamental knowledge in astrodynamics and relative motion of space objects Familiarity with the International Rendezvous System Interoperability Standards (IRSIS) Experience developing and analyzing RPOD algorithms and approaches Knowledge of International Space Station RPOD architecture, mission design, and operational procedures The expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience. Estimated salary wage (Colorado only): $150K- $250K 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. Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. For more information on EEO Is the Law, please see here and here . Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Washington Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOComplianceblueorigin.com . Benefits Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 5% company match. Paid Time Off: Provides up to 4 weeks per year, in addition to 14 holidays Summary Location: Seattle, WA; Denver, CO; Los Angeles, CA Type: Full time
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