Micrometeoroids and Orbital Debris Systems Engineer II – Lunar Permanence

BLUE ORIGIN

. Develop finite element models and probabilistic risk assessments using commercial and NASA analysis codes.

Posted 5/20/2026full-timeGreater Seattle Area • Colorado, Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $90,934 - $127,307 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop finite element models and probabilistic risk assessments using commercial and NASA analysis codes.
Lead studies balancing integrated system considerations and MMOD risk.
Identify technical solutions to integrated problems and generate analysis reports with technical justification.
Develop requirements and flow technical specifications to components.
Define hypervelocity impact test campaigns including specifying test parameters, coordinating with suppliers, hardware specification and build oversight, and test data analysis.
Embody, promote, and coach the Blue Origin leadership principles.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Experience in spaceflight hardware design, integration, analysis, and testing.
Experience with systems engineering.
Working knowledge of MMOD principles, including environment characterization, shielding design concepts, and risk assessment methodologies.
Excellent written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills including technical documentation, presentation, and test plan development.
Bachelor of Science in Engineering or another technical field.
2+ years of relevant experience.
Hands-on experience in a rapid prototyping, manufacturing, or production environment (preferred).
Knowledge of hypervelocity impact test principles and methods (preferred).
Knowledge of MMOD probabilistic analyses and model definition, including familiarity with ballistic limit equations (preferred).
Proficiency in MMOD analysis and simulation tools (Bumper 3, ORDEM, MEM, DAS, LS-DYNA, CTH, etc.) (preferred).
Experience with CAD and FEA meshing tools (CREO, SolidWorks, NX, HyperMesh, FEMAP, etc.) (preferred).
Proficiency in programming languages (Python, MATLAB, etc.) (preferred).
Experience with crewed spaceflight systems (preferred).

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
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.

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Hard Skills & Tools

finite element modelingprobabilistic risk assessmentsystems engineeringMMOD principleshypervelocity impact testingtechnical documentationprogramming (Python, MATLAB)CAD tools (CREO, SolidWorks, NX, HyperMesh, FEMAP)FEA meshing toolsrisk assessment methodologies

Soft Skills

communication skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershiptechnical justificationpresentation skillsteam collaborationproblem-solving