Drafter III – Cryocooler Design

BLUE ORIGIN

Drafter III designing and integrating cryocooler technology for lunar missions at Blue Origin. Collaborating with cross-functional teams to push aerospace technology boundaries.

Posted 4/14/2026full-timeKent • Alabama, California, Colorado, Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $39,340 - $55,070 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create and modify CAD models of spacecraft structures, cryocooler system, test fixturing, and pressure vessels in Creo Parametric 6.0 using top-down design methods
Create and release 2D and MBD drawings of hardware which include GD&T annotations
Create piping and routing of cryocooler systems
Create models and drawings of components, joints, and assemblies
Deliver clean geometry suitable for creating Finite Element Models
Incorporate drafting standards and standard drawing notes based on company, program, and industry standards
Perform model and drawing check activities during release reviews

Requirements

What you’ll need

5+ years of relevant, industry experience
Experience with automotive, aircraft, spacecraft, tooling, or launch vehicle structures
Experience with top-down design methods
Experience with pressure vessels, tube routing, harness routing, and heat exchangers
Strong skills using Creo Parametric / ProE software and Windchill
Proficient in standard fits, tolerance stacks, and GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5)
Strong experience in drawing generation, checking, and release processes

Benefits

Comp & perks

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%
Education Support Program
Up to four (4) weeks paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

CAD modelingCreo Parametric 6.0top-down design methodsGD&T annotationsFinite Element Modelsdrawing generationtolerance stackspressure vesselstube routingheat exchangers

Soft Skills

attention to detailorganizational skillscommunication skills

Certifications

ASME Y14.5