Principal, Spacecraft Integration Systems Engineer- Blue Ring

As a systems engineering domain expert on a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will lead the spacecraft integration efforts as part our Blue Ring Spacecraft Systems Engineering team. This position reports to the Spacecraft Systems Engineering Director for the space mobility product line. You will be responsible for leading the spacecraft integration in close collaboration with Assembly, Integration, and Test (AI&T). You will work with spacecraft external interfaces such as Electrical and Mechanical Ground Support Equipment, Payload Accommodations, Mission Operations, and Launch Services, as well as all internal interfaces and spacecraft subsystems. This role will begin with a first-of-its-kind satellite in development, and grow with the product line through multiple missions and objectives.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact the future of spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• Up to 20% travel

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the systems engineering integration of multiple spacecraft to be ready for launch.
• Collaborate with the Assembly, Integration and Test team to coordinate verification events to align with AI&T plans.
• Collaborate with the team to define and manage interfaces that impact spacecraft integration.
• Support integration activities “on the floor” in the spacecraft assembly facility.
• Develop detailed test plans for Hardware-in-the Loop simulation testing as well as for system level verification events.
• Support AI&T in developing test procedures and scripts.
• Support the spacecraft development team in authoring changes for efficiency, cost savings, and error proofing.
• Support launch site operations including payload integration, propulsion loading, launch vehicle encapsulation, and launch count-down.
• Provide systems integration input for proposals based on knowledge of spacecraft integration and launch operations.
• Review I&T and system test procedures.
• Represent Systems Engineering during I&T tests, reviews, and other related I&T activities., 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

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering or equivalent technical field.
• 15+ years of related experience in the design, development, and flight of aerospace systems, preferably robotic spacecraft.
• 6+ years system or subsystem integration and test experience, preferably spacecraft systems or subsystems (propulsion, GN&C, embedded software, thermal, structural, command and data handling, and/or electrical power)
• Have worked at least one aerospace system project from assembly, integration, and test, through launch or deployment operations.
• Experience with Systems Engineering processes and standard methodologies (deep understanding of the “Systems Engineering V”).
• Subject matter expert in system level requirements verification.
• Proven problem solving skills and has mastered technical troubleshooting methods.
• Leadership or management experience as well as a history of mentoring.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to obtain a US Government Top Secret Clearance

Desired:

• Successful candidates in this role typically have 18+ years of related experience in the design, development, and flight test of spacecraft systems.
• Experience across the product life cycle (pre-conceptual design through field support).
• Space flight systems certification process experience.
• Familiarity with spacecraft initialization and mission operations concepts.
• Experience with launch vehicle payload integration or spacecraft launch count-down configuration.
• Understanding of embedded software systems, or experience as a software systems engineer.
• Knowledge of collaboration tools such as Confluence and JIRA.
• Familiarity with formal risk and opportunity management processes.
• US Government Top Secret security clearance

life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), stock options United States, Alabama, Huntsville 1100 Explorer Boulevard Northwest (Show on map) Jun 03, 2026

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit., * Benefits include: 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%, and an 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.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company’s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company’s results, or other factors at the company’s sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.