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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Quality Engineer III - Design Quality & R&D Integration - **Company:** Blue Origin - **Location:** Washington, DC, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $112,059 - $156,883 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 3d Models, Systems Engineering, Biometrics, Computer Aided Three-Dimensional Interactive Application (CATIA), Configuration Management, SolidWorks (CAD), Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Hardware Design, Requirements Management, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Windchill, Model Validation, Statistics Packages, Teamcenter (Software) - **Published:** October 31, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/quality-engineer-iii-design-quality-r-d-integration-dc--21af0e51-29a3-422c-a395-73a551c00963 ## About the Role Quality Engineering, Research & Development (R&D), Problem Solving Skills, Testing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Safety/Work Safety, Supply Chain Operations, Quality Assurance, Embedded Systems, * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline * Minimum of 5 years of experience in a quality engineering role within aerospace, defense, or a similarly regulated industry * Demonstrated experience performing engineering drawing reviews with proficiency in GD&T (ASME Y14.5) * Hands-on experience developing Inspection Plans and FMEAs in a hardware development environment * Familiarity with Design for Manufacturability and Inspectability (DFMI) principles and their application during design phases * Experience participating in formal design reviews (PDR, CDR, or equivalent) in a quality capacity * Strong understanding of quality management systems and aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001) * Ability to read, interpret, and provide feedback on engineering drawings, models, and specifications * Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams * Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment Preferred Qualifications: * Advanced degree (M.S.) in Engineering or a related technical field * Experience supporting quality integration in R&D or early-stage development programs, including prototype and test article hardware * Proficiency with 3D CAD tools (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, NX/Siemens) for drawing and model review * Experience with statistical analysis tools and quality methodologies such as Six Sigma, SPC, or Design of Experiments (DOE) * Familiarity with AS9100 certification requirements and quality management system auditing * ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent professional certification * Experience with PLM/PDM systems (e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar) for drawing and change management workflows * Knowledge of non-destructive evaluation (NDE) methods and their application in inspection planning * Prior experience working across multiple business units or programs simultaneously, demonstrating adaptability and breadth of quality knowledge * Familiarity with NASA or DoD quality standards (e.g., NASA-STD-8739 series, MIL-SPEC, or equivalent) ## Description As part of a hardworking team of specialists, inspectors, and engineers, you will serve as a quality champion embedded at the earliest stages of research and development, ensuring that the hardware we build tomorrow is designed right today. This is a unique opportunity to shape the quality DNA of programs across Blue Origin's entire portfolio - from launch vehicles to lunar systems and beyond., * Perform thorough engineering drawing reviews to ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards, including GD&T (ASME Y14.5), material callouts, and manufacturing feasibility * Provide design quality inputs during design reviews (PDR, CDR, and other milestone gates), advocating for producibility, inspectability, and reliability * Integrate quality principles early in the product lifecycle by participating in Research & Development (R&D) activities and supporting the transition from development to production * Develop and maintain Inspection Plans for new and evolving hardware, ensuring inspection methods are aligned with design intent and risk posture * Lead and facilitate Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEAs) in collaboration with design, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams to proactively identify and mitigate risk * Apply Design for Manufacturability and Inspectability (DFMI) principles to influence design decisions that reduce defect risk and improve downstream quality outcomes * Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, systems engineers, and program teams to embed quality requirements throughout the product development process * Support the development and review of quality requirements documentation, including quality plans, acceptance criteria, and test requirements * Identify and communicate design-related quality risks and drive resolution through structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, root cause analysis, corrective action) * Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of quality standards, processes, and best practices applicable across business units * Support configuration management activities by reviewing engineering change orders (ECOs) and assessing quality impact of design changes * Maintain accurate records and documentation in support of program traceability and audit readiness, 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, 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