Verification, and Validation Lead, MKCrew Lander

Position: Requirements, Verification, and Validation Lead, MK2 Crew Lander

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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products.

To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

As thelead for the Requirements, Verification, Validation, and Certification for the Blue Moon MK2 Crew Landeryou will architect and leadthe specification and certification of a human lunar lander. You willserveakeyleadonthe Vehicle Systems Engineering and Integration team, leading a team of vehicle and subsystem engineers to specify, develop,test,deliver, and certify a high-performing and safe system.

This position will directlyimpactthe history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and attention towards safe and reliable spaceflight.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the definition ofsystem and subsystem levelrequirementsfor the MK2 Crew Lander

• Architect the approach to requirements verification and system validation

• Leadthe definition of a comprehensive set of verification and validation activities

• Manage the certification approach for the lander, including design and construction standards and model and simulation certification

• Drive execution of the verification, validation, and certification activities across the vehicle

Minimum Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience leading requirements definition and/or verification planning and execution on a vehicle or complex system.

• Demonstrated subject matterexpertisein applied System Engineering and Integration, including functional analysis, requirements, verification and validation,andrisk management.

• Ability to earn trust,maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of integrity.

• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering, computing, or another technical field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with thefull lifecycleof development across one or more space missions

• Experience performing at least one system-level V&V campaign for a space system

• Experience performing requirements definition for one or more space systems

• Experience with human spaceflight systems, safety analysis,and certification

• Experience with non-traditional approaches to System Engineering and Integration

Compensation Range for:

CO applicants is $ - $WA applicants is $ - $

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.

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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

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  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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  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.

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  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…