Senior Technical Specialist - Avionics Packaging Verified today

Blue Origin · 2 Locations · Electronics · first seen 2026-09-03

About the Role

You will support the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. As a Senior Technical Specialist in Avionics Packaging, you will design, develop, and test robust electronics enclosures and mechanical assemblies for lunar missions.

You will work within a collaborative team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, engaging with personnel from Electrical, Systems, Manufacturing, Test Engineering, Production, Procurement, and Quality.

Responsibilities

  • Design, develop, and test robust electronics enclosures and mechanical assemblies
  • Create 3D CAD models and part, assembly, and installation drawings
  • Create specifications and work process instructions
  • Lead or participate in engineering design reviews
  • Coordinate procurement of parts and assemblies
  • Design test fixtures and fabrication tooling
  • Participate in or provide technical guidance for hardware installations
  • Report regularly on status of schedules and technical progress

Minimum Qualifications

  • A.S. degree in drafting and design or equivalent designer experience
  • 6+ years of experience designing or drafting mechanical parts, assemblies, enclosures, brackets, test and assembly fixtures
  • Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software
  • Experienced with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Familiar with applicable drafting standards including ASME Y14.5
  • Strong written and oral communication skills
  • Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering or similar engineering field
  • Experience with PTC Creo 8.0 or equivalent and PTC Windchill PLM
  • 10+ years of experience
  • Knowledge of aerospace materials, standards, and design best practices
  • Experience with aerospace, launch vehicle, or spacecraft mechanical and/or avionics systems
  • Aptitude and practical skills applied to mechanical assemblies, tools, and shop practices
  • Experience with 3D printed part fabrication
  • Flexible and open to tackling varied assignments or learning new skills

Compensation

Base pay range varies by location:

  • Colorado applicants: $114,455.00 to $160,236.30
  • Washington applicants: $124,476.00 to $174,265.35

Additional benefits include medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, education support program, stock options for regular employees, and paid time off up to four weeks per year plus up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Additional Requirements

Background check required for all positions. U.S. person requirement applies per export control regulations.