Principal AI Engineer - New Glenn Manufacturing

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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!  

At Blue Origin, we're realizing our vision of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth through the development of reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles. Join our pioneering team as we continue to make history in human spaceflight within our culture of safety, innovation, collaboration, and inclusion.

As a Principal AI Engineer supporting New Glenn—our reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle—you will lead the development of sophisticated AI systems that enhance manufacturing operations for this revolutionary spacecraft. New Glenn is designed to routinely carry people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar space, and beyond, with a fully reusable first stage and inherent human-capable design.

• Architect and implement advanced AI solutions to optimize New Glenn manufacturing processes, improve production efficiency, and enhance quality control
• Develop machine learning models to predict maintenance needs, identify production anomalies, and prevent manufacturing defects
• Design intelligent automation systems that streamline complex assembly operations and reduce production cycle times
• Create digital twin technologies and simulation environments to test manufacturing processes before physical implementation
• Build and deploy computer vision systems for automated inspection and quality verification across production lines
• Develop natural language processing solutions to extract insights from manufacturing documentation and technical procedures
• Implement predictive analytics for supply chain optimization and inventory management
• Lead the integration of AI systems with existing manufacturing execution systems and industrial IoT infrastructure
• Establish rigorous testing protocols with measurable performance metrics to validate AI solutions in production environments
• Partner with manufacturing engineers, production teams, and quality assurance to identify high-impact AI application opportunities
• Maintain cutting-edge knowledge of emerging AI and manufacturing automation technologies

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, or related field
• Proven experience as an AI Engineer or similar technical leadership role
• Strong programming proficiency in Python, C/C++, or Java
• Extensive experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries
• Demonstrated expertise building LLM-based applications, RAG pipelines, or agent-based systems
• Hands-on experience fine-tuning, adapting, and deploying LLMs
• Proficiency with prompt engineering, embeddings, and content management
• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), containerization, and CI/CD practices
• Excellence in analytical problem-solving with meticulous attention to detail
• Strong CS fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, and version control
• Outstanding communication and collaboration abilities

• Master's degree in relevant discipline
• Experience with AWS Bedrock, SageMaker, or equivalent managed AI/ML services
• Proficiency with Databricks or similar platforms for data engineering
• Experience with time-series ML architectures for forecasting or anomaly detection
• Knowledge of multi-agent system frameworks or agentic AI orchestration
• Background in aerospace manufacturing, production systems, or advanced manufacturing technologies
• Understanding of Industry 4.0 concepts and implementation strategies
• Experience with computer vision for manufacturing quality control
• Familiarity with industrial automation systems and protocols
• Proven project management capabilities

Don't meet all desired qualifications? We encourage you to apply anyway! At Blue Origin, we value an authentic workplace and recognize that many qualified candidates may not check every box in our desired qualifications list but could still be exceptional team members.

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.

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 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.

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.

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 at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

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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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• 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 at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.