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(Early Career) Guidance, Navigation & Controls Engineer I - Intern Conversion

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Summer Internship
  • Seattle
  • Quick Apply

AI generated summary

  • You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident, have a B.S. in a relevant field, completed a 2024 internship, and be able to work full-time by September 2025.
  • You will design, develop, and verify control systems, automate processes, troubleshoot issues, document procedures, and engage in GNC engineering projects across various disciplines.

Requirements

  • Successfully completed an internship with Blue Origin in 2024.
  • Enrolled or recently graduating student attending a college or university.
  • Able to start working full-time on or before September of 2025.
  • Minimum of a B.S. degree in physics, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or similar discipline.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
  • Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.
  • Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills.
  • Passion for Blue’s Mission with a strong desire to continuously learn and improve.
  • 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.
  • Desired:
  • M.S. degree or PhD in physics, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering or mechanical engineering.

Responsibilities

  • Applies standard engineering methods for the design, development, and verification of data collection and control systems used in either flight component testing or ground launch support facilities.
  • This requires the development and release of artifacts following the facility lifecycle plan as well maintaining configuration management of operational systems.
  • Applies standard engineering techniques to design, develop, and maintain instrumentation or controls systems.
  • Automates manufacturing or similar processes through the use of instrumentation or controls systems.
  • Develops new and modifies existing PLC or HMI applications, interfaces, or embedded controls.
  • Participates in set-up and commissioning of new facilities or upgrading of existing facilities.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves malfunctions and makes recommendations that will improve efficiency or quality of operations.
  • Documents specifications and operating procedures.
  • Based upon your desired career path, your projects may involve all aspects of GNC engineering including guidance, navigation, controls, autonomy, avionics, simulation, system test, aerosciences, and systems engineering.
  • Specific duties are subject to our business unit objectives.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Guidance, Navigation & Controls Engineer I - Intern Conversion.

What is Blue Origin's mission?

Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth and is committed to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems.

What are the primary responsibilities of this position?

Responsibilities include design, development, and verification of data collection and control systems; troubleshooting malfunctions; developing PLC or HMI applications; and supporting various aspects of GNC engineering.

What locations are available for this position?

Locations include Kent, WA; Van Horn, TX; Cape Canaveral, FL; Huntsville, AL; Los Angeles, CA; Phoenix, AZ; Denver, CO; and Washington, DC.

What are the minimum qualifications required for this role?

Applicants must have completed an internship with Blue Origin in 2024, be enrolled or recently graduated from a relevant college or university, have a minimum of a B.S. degree in a related field, and be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.

What is the desired educational background for applicants?

The desired qualification is a M.S. degree or PhD in physics, aerospace engineering, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or mechanical engineering.

What is the compensation range for on-site positions?

The compensation range varies by location: for on-site CO applicants, it is $84,727 – $118,619; for on-site WA and CA applicants, it is $92,430 – $129,402. Other site ranges may differ.

What benefits does Blue Origin offer?

Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) with company match, an Education Support Program, paid time off, and discretionary bonuses.

Is prior experience in aerospace engineering required for this position?

While a background in relevant fields is preferred, the role is aimed at early-career candidates who have completed an internship with Blue Origin.

Is this position open to applicants with criminal histories?

Yes, Blue Origin considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act and the California Fair Chance Act.

For the Benefit of Earth

Transportation
Industry
10,001+
Employees
2000
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes that humanity will need to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue is working on this today by developing partially and fully reusable launch vehicles that are safe, low cost and serve the needs of all civil, commercial and defense customers.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance

    Blue Origin offers Premera Blue Cross and access to a large network of doctors.

  • Dental Insurance

    Employees are provided with dental plan options that cover preventative care, orthodontics, and more with the largest network in the country.

  • 401(k)

    Blue Origin offers a match of 100% on the first 1-5% of compensation employees contribute each pay period.

  • Paid Time Off

    Blue Origin recognizes most federal holidays, and employees can accrue up to four weeks of PTO per year.

  • Relocation

    Blue Origin provides a relocation team to assist with logistics, locating a new home, and travel costs for specific roles.

  • Education Support Program

    The Education Support Program (ESP) financially supports employees as they pursue their higher education goals.

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