Sr. Controls Engineer

Blue Origin LLC

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Aerospace and Defense, Affirmative Action, Allen-Bradley, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, Communications Protocols, Control Engineering, Control Systems, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Data Analysis, Design Patterns Programming Methodologies, Detail Oriented, Disability Accommodations, Distributed Control Systems (DCS), Electricity, Ethernet, Federal Laws and Regulations, Genetics, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Hydraulic Engineering, IP (Internet Protocol), Industrial Design, Instrumentation, International Electro-Technical Commission (IEC), Internet Security, Leadership, Legal, Manufacturing, Material Moving, Medical Records, Mentoring, Military, Modeling Languages, Onboarding, Problem Solving Skills, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Quality Assurance, Regulations, Requirements Management, Requirements Validation/Verification, Road Tests, Safety Standards, Safety Systems, Safety/Work Safety, Simulation, Standards Development, State Laws and Regulations, Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA), Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Test, Systems Analysis, Systems Hardware, Systems Reliability, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Technical Leadership, Testing, Virtualization

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

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!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Responsibilities:

Lead the development of standardized control system architectures across launch facilities, test stands, and ground support equipment
Architect control system solutions that reduce costs, simplify maintenance, and increase reliability
Develop technical roadmaps and implementation strategies for control system standardization
Design and implement control system solutions for mission-critical applications
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure integration of control systems with facility infrastructure, test articles, and vehicle interfaces
Establish control system standards, best practices, and design patterns
Evaluate and select control system hardware and software platforms based on technical and business requirements
Optimize existing control systems for reliability, maintainability, and performance
Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers
Support troubleshooting of complex control system issues during test and launch operations

Qualifications:

8+ years experience designing and implementing industrial control systems
Demonstrated experience architecting control solutions for complex, safety-critical systems
Expertise with PLC programming, SCADA systems, and distributed control architectures
Strong knowledge of industrial communication protocols (EtherNet/IP, Profinet, Modbus, etc.)
Experience with control system hardware platforms (Siemens, Allen Bradley, etc.)
Proven ability to standardize and optimize control system designs
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Excellent communication skills and ability to work collaboratively across teams
Experience with safety instrumented systems and functional safety standards
Understanding of world-class quality, attention to detail, and dedication to mission success

Desired:

B.S. degree or higher in Electrical, Controls, Mechatronics, or other relevant engineering field
Experience with aerospace ground systems, launch facilities, or test stands
Familiarity with functional safety standards (IEC 61508, IEC 61511)
Experience with SCADA platforms such as Ignition, WinCC, Iconics, or FactoryTalk
Knowledge of high-speed data acquisition systems and instrumentation
Experience integrating control systems with enterprise data systems and analytics platforms
Background in developing and implementing control system cybersecurity measures
Experience with real-time control system simulation and modeling
Expertise in formal system requirements development and verification
Experience leading technical teams or projects
Knowledge of fluid systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and propellant handling
Experience with control system virtualization and containerization
Ability to develop innovative solutions to complex control problems with minimal direction
Experience applying large language models in coding and testing

Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $156,802.00 - $219,522.45

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

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

Benefits

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.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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