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Blue Origin

Aerospace Systems Engineering Intern

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Blue Origin

Washington, US · Full-time · $64,000 – $64,000

About this role

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 and collaboration. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight.

As part of a hardworking team, interns work directly with Blue engineering teams on projects in support of our business units. Systems Engineering Intern projects may involve aspects of applied systems engineering including system definition and systems test. Additional focus includes system integration, requirements verification, system safety, operations, and system verification of fluid, mechanical, propulsion, and electrical systems.

Interns collaborate within a culture emphasizing safety and teamwork on real aerospace challenges. They contribute to fluid, mechanical, propulsion, and electrical systems verification efforts. This hands-on role supports Blue Origin's mission to enable space access for all.

During the internship, gain hands-on, real-world experience on aerospace projects. Receive mentorship and feedback from mentors and managers. Participate in events to learn about other parts of our organization.

Requirements

  • 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
  • Currently enrolled in an undergraduate degree program and have at least one semester or quarter of school remaining after the internship
  • Available to work full time while not concurrently enrolled in coursework
  • Strong written, verbal, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Experience with requirements and/or verification
  • Modeling and Simulation, Mission Architecture, Programming
  • Relevant internship/co-op and academic project experience that demonstrates development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities
  • Hands-on project experience

Responsibilities

  • Support system definition for aerospace vehicles and systems
  • Assist in systems test and system integration activities
  • Contribute to requirements verification processes
  • Analyze system safety for fluid, mechanical, propulsion, and electrical systems
  • Participate in operations and system verification efforts
  • Apply systems engineering to propulsion and electrical subsystems
  • Work on mechanical system integration projects

Benefits

  • $32 an hour for WA applicants
  • Housing support
  • Relocation support
  • Mentorship and feedback from mentors and managers
  • Participation in events to learn about other parts of the organization
  • Hands-on, real-world experience