Senior Mechanical Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

Senior Mechanical Engineer responsible for complex mechanical system design and analysis at Blue Origin. Collaborating with a team dedicated to enabling human spaceflight and sustainable exploration.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeSpace Coast • California, Colorado, Florida, Virginia, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $133,500 - $203,263 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conceptualize, design, and develop robotic and automated systems from initial concept to production.
Perform detailed structural analysis (static, dynamic, thermal) of mechanical components and assemblies using Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and other analytical methods.
Design and analyze deployable systems and mechanisms, ensuring reliable operation in harsh environments.
Create and maintain detailed 3D CAD models, drawings, and specifications.
Develop and execute test plans to validate the performance and reliability of mechanical systems.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including electrical, software, and manufacturing engineers, to ensure seamless integration of mechanical systems.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex mechanical issues in a timely and efficient manner.
Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of our design and analysis processes.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field
10+ years of progressive experience in mechanical design and analysis
Proven experience in robotics, automation, or mechatronics
Demonstrated expertise in structural analysis, including hand calculations and FEA
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks, CATIA)
Strong understanding of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)
Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
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.

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
Up to 14 company-paid holidays

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Hard Skills & Tools

roboticsautomationmechatronicsstructural analysisFinite Element Analysis (FEA)3D CAD designgeometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T)mechanical designmechanical analysistest plan development

Soft Skills

collaborationmentoringproblem-solvingindependenceteamworkcommunicationadaptabilityattention to detailtime managementcontinuous improvement

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Mechanical EngineeringBachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering