Mission Planning Engineer Iii – Blue Ring

Blue Origin

Seattle, WA, USA
Base: $130,706.00 - $182,987.70 (wa); base: $119,8...
Mission planning process design
Orbital mechanics expertise
Command sequence development
This role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit pioneering the Blue Ring space-mobility platform to unlock unparalleled access to any orbit

Job Summary

  • This role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit pioneering the Blue Ring space-mobility platform to unlock unparalleled access to any orbit.
  • The engineer will serve as the critical bridge spanning the full mission planning chain from system-level requirements down to executable operational products.
  • Blue Origin offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with a company match up to 5%, and stock options for all regular employees.

Matching Summary

This role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit pioneering the Blue Ring space-mobility platform to unlock unparalleled access to any orbit.

Salary

Base: $130,706.00 - $182,987.70 (WA); Base: $119,814.00 - $167,738.55 (CO); Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 5%, stock options

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Mission planning process design
  • Orbital mechanics expertise
  • Command sequence development
  • Spacecraft subsystem knowledge
  • Python software development

Nice-to-have

  • Multi-mission operations experience
  • Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • AI/ML automation integration
  • Electric propulsion trajectory planning
  • Mentoring junior engineers

Key Requirements

  • Active US Government Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information clearance
  • Minimum B.S. degree in Aerospace Engineering or related field
  • 5+ years of experience in spacecraft mission operations or flight dynamics
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national

Work Rights

Must have US citizenship or permanent resident status

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