GSE & Tooling Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN

GSE & Tooling Engineer III at Blue Origin designing test equipment and tooling for rocket launch vehicles. Collaborating with engineers to ensure safety and repeatability in spaceflight.

Posted 7/12/2026full-timeGreater Seattle Area • Florida, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $121,023 - $169,432 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mechanical design and integration, particularly in the development of Ground Support Equipment (GSE) for launch vehicles. Proficient in 3-D CAD software and familiar with ASME standards, with a strong focus on collaboration and continuous improvement.

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Mechanical Design3-D CAD SoftwareGround Support Equipment (GSE)ASME StandardsVendor Management

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Hard Skills

Mechanical EngineeringTooling DesignTest Equipment DesignCAD ModelingDesign EvaluationFabrication SupportInstallation VerificationTechnical GuidanceFile ManagementBudget Reporting

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingTrust EarningContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Windchill Application

Industry Keywords

Launch VehiclesAircraft VehiclesManufacturing Support SystemsTesting ProcessesASME Y14.100ASME Y14.5ASME Y14.41

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle
Work with test engineers to design test equipment, tooling, and ground support equipment (GSE)
Create CAD models of tools and equipment, assembly drawings of test configurations, and facilitate file management in the Windchill application
Develop conceptual and detailed design of test GSE, tooling, and fixtures
Evaluate and approve designs and analysis performed by other engineers and vendors
Assist in fabrication, installation, verification and checkout, and commissioning of tools and equipment
Provide technical guidance and support in the implementation and use of tooling by test personnel
Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status.

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree or higher in mechanical, structural, or other relevant engineering field
5+ years’ experience in the design of GSE for production, manufacturing, and/or testing of launch or aircraft vehicles and associated support systems.
Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3-D CAD software
Familiar with applicable ASME standards, such as ASME Y14.100, Y14.5, Y14.41
Experience with vendors or contractors during the design, fabrication, and installation phases of the tooling and equipment design process
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

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.