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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Technical Lead - Naval Architecture - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** AutoCAD, Systems Engineering, Biometrics, Systems Integration, Rhino - **Published:** May 16, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=0b69ceef85eb7c3f ## About the Role * Minimum of a B.S. degree in Marine Engineering, Naval Architecture, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent * Minimum of 4 years of relevant experience in new vessel construction, naval architecture, or as a port engineer with new construction oversight * Experience with standard shipyard construction practices and sequences * Experience working with United States Coast Guard and local OCMIs * Experience working with American Bureau of Shipping surveyors * Experience performing work in compliance with CFRs, United States Coast Guard Standards, American Bureau of Shipping Guidelines, and other applicable standards for marine applications * Experience developing drawings and specifications to define requirements for vessel construction, repairs, and modifications * Experience with FAT testing of marine electrical systems and automation * Experience managing build schedules and providing status reports to management * Experience supporting schedule mitigation efforts during project execution * Strong technical leadership skills with the ability to direct and mentor less experienced team members * Experience in subcontract management of suppliers including requests for proposal, specifications, and statements of work * Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations * Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a positive working culture, * System safety analysis experience including Failure Modes, Effects and Criticality Analysis (FMECA), Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), and Functional Hazard Analysis (FHA) * Experience with failure investigations * Experience supporting proposal evaluations * Knowledge of systems engineering practices, manufacturing, fabrication and assembly processes, and quality control * Licensed Professional Engineer (PE) or relevant professional maritime certification * Experience with dynamic positioning systems, heavy lift, or specialized vessel construction * Proficiency in naval architecture tools (e.g., GHS, NAPA, Maxsurf, AutoCAD, Rhino) * Experience with stability booklets, trim and stability calculations, and tonnage measurements ## Description * Serve as the primary technical interface between Blue Origin and shipyard engineering during new vessel construction * Provide engineering oversight of construction activities, ensuring compliance with ABS rules, USCG regulations (CFRs), and contractual specifications * Review and approve shipyard-produced drawings, calculations, and test procedures * Coordinate with ABS surveyors and USCG OCMIs throughout construction milestones and inspections * Develop and manage technical specifications, requirements documents, and modification packages * Lead technical trade studies and risk management activities for vessel design and construction decisions * Oversee Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) of marine electrical systems, automation, and major equipment * Coordinate with the Senior Marine Electrical Engineer on electrical system design, integration, and commissioning * Provide technical direction, task assignment, and engineering mentorship to the team of four Project Construction Managers * Review construction progress reports from Project Construction Managers and provide technical input for status reporting to senior management * Coordinate with the Recovery Offshore Operations Engineer to ensure vessel design supports recovery equipment integration and operational requirements * Provide technical guidance and mentorship to the Recovery Offshore Operations Engineer on vessel systems and classification requirements * Read and assess blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings to ensure construction aligns with OEM best practices and maximizes system performance and lifetime * Support verification planning, testing, and commissioning activities through delivery * Perform stability analyses, structural assessments, and other naval architecture calculations as required to support design decisions and classification submissions, Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Background Check * Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check * Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation * Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. * Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical ## Related Videos - [WebAssembly Revolution: Elevating JavaScript's Reach and Performance](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1149-webassembly-revolution-elevating-javascript-s-reach-and-performance) - [Biometric Phone Chargers, $40m Domain Names & AI Movies Winning Awards - Peter Kröner](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1810-biometric-phone-chargers-40m-domain-names-ai-movies-winning-awards-peter-kroner) - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [Remote Driving on Plant Grounds with State-of-the-Art Cloud Technologies](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/251-remote-driving-on-plant-grounds-with-state-of-the-art-cloud-technologies) - [WeAreDevelopers LIVE - What Development and Tattoos Have in Common and more](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1380-wearedevelopers-live-what-development-and-tattoos-have-in-common-and-more) - [Going Beyond Passwords: The Future of User Authentication](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/714-going-beyond-passwords-the-future-of-user-authentication) ## Related Articles - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Why Attend a Developer Event in 2026?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/688-why-attend-a-developer-event-in-2026) - [A Guide to Green Tech and Green IT Careers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/374-a-guide-to-green-tech-and-green-it-careers) - [What’s the Difference between a Junior, Mid, and Senior Developer?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/238-what-s-the-difference-between-a-junior-mid-and-senior-developer) - [Dev Digest 129 - Now that's what I call private data!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/468-dev-digest-129-now-that-s-what-i-call-private-data)