Quality Engineer III – Design Quality & R&D Integration

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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! 

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, inspectors, and engineers, you will serve as a quality champion embedded at the earliest stages of research and development, ensuring that the hardware we build tomorrow is designed right today. This is a unique opportunity to shape the quality DNA of programs across Blue Origin's entire portfolio — from launch vehicles to lunar systems and beyond.

• Shifts available:
  • M-F A-Shift

• Perform thoroughengineering drawing reviewsto ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance with applicable standards, including GD&T (ASME Y14.5), material callouts, and manufacturing feasibility
• Providedesign quality inputsduring design reviews (PDR, CDR, and other milestone gates), advocating for producibility, inspectability, and reliability
• Integrate quality principles early in the product lifecycle by participating inResearch & Development (R&D)activities and supporting the transition from development to production
• Develop and maintainInspection Plansfor new and evolving hardware, ensuring inspection methods are aligned with design intent and risk posture
• Lead and facilitateFailure Mode and Effects Analyses (FMEAs)in collaboration with design, manufacturing, and systems engineering teams to proactively identify and mitigate risk
• ApplyDesign for Manufacturability and Inspectability (DFMI)principles to influence design decisions that reduce defect risk and improve downstream quality outcomes
• Collaborate cross-functionally with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, systems engineers, and program teams to embed quality requirements throughout the product development process
• Support the development and review ofquality requirements documentation, including quality plans, acceptance criteria, and test requirements
• Identify and communicate design-related quality risks and drive resolution through structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, root cause analysis, corrective action)
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement ofquality standards, processes, and best practicesapplicable across business units
• Support configuration management activities by reviewing engineering change orders (ECOs) and assessing quality impact of design changes
• Maintain accurate records and documentation in support of program traceability and audit readiness

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline
• Minimum of5 years of experiencein a quality engineering role within aerospace, defense, or a similarly regulated industry
• Demonstrated experience performingengineering drawing reviewswith proficiency in GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Hands-on experience developingInspection PlansandFMEAsin a hardware development environment
• Familiarity withDesign for Manufacturability and Inspectability (DFMI)principles and their application during design phases
• Experience participating in formal design reviews (PDR, CDR, or equivalent) in a quality capacity
• Strong understanding of quality management systems and aerospace quality standards (e.g., AS9100, ISO 9001)
• Ability to read, interpret, and provide feedback on engineering drawings, models, and specifications
• Effective written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

• Advanced degree (M.S.) in Engineering or a related technical field
• Experience supporting quality integration inR&D or early-stage development programs, including prototype and test article hardware
• Proficiency with3D CAD tools(e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, NX/Siemens) for drawing and model review
• Experience withstatistical analysis toolsand quality methodologies such as Six Sigma, SPC, or Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Familiarity withAS9100certification requirements and quality management system auditing
• ASQ Certified Quality Engineer (CQE) or equivalent professional certification
• Experience withPLM/PDM systems(e.g., Windchill, Teamcenter, or similar) for drawing and change management workflows
• Knowledge ofnon-destructive evaluation (NDE)methods and their application in inspection planning
• Prior experience working acrossmultiple business units or programs simultaneously, demonstrating adaptability and breadth of quality knowledge
• Familiarity withNASA or DoD quality standards(e.g., NASA-STD-8739 series, MIL-SPEC, or equivalent)

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