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## Sr. Human Factors EngineerApplylocations: Greater Seattle Area: Phoenix, AZ: Space Coast, FL: Huntsville, AL: Denver, COtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R68796Application 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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.As a Human Factors Engineer (HFE) within ACE, part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of Human Integration experts, you will play a central role in ensuring that Blue Origin's space and ground systems are human-centered — actively prioritizing and integrating the capabilities, limitations, and needs of human users into processes, designs, and operations company-wide. Working closely with a Principal Human Factors Engineer, you will develop the HF frameworks, standards, and best practices that program-embedded HFEs and systems engineers across Blue Origin rely on to make human-centric design decisions. You will also provide direct HF support to ACE programs, grounding your enterprise work in real engineering challenges. This is a unique opportunity to shape how a next-generation space company thinks about and practices human factors engineering at scale. Passion for our mission and a commitment to crew and operator safety are essential. **Responsibilities:***Enterprise Standards (approximately 70%)** Partner with the Principal Human Factors Engineer to develop, document, and maintain enterprise-level human factors standards, methodologies, and best practices for cross-program application across Blue Origin + Develop: Blue Origin Human Integration Standard (with similarities to NASA-STD-3001 Volume 2); Astronaut Systems Design Guide; Handbooks: Human-Systems Integration (HSI), Task Analysis, Human Error Analysis, Worksite Analysis, Human-in-the-Loop Evaluations, and Operational Nomenclature Best Practices + Maintain: Blue Origin User Interface Standard; Ground Operability & Ergonomics Design Guide* Develop and deliver training materials and support for enterprise-level documents, enabling consistent adoption across programs and business units* Support development of AI tools to aid in application of human factors processes and principles* Maintain open communication and host or support regular review sessions with business unit stakeholders to gather input and drive continuous improvement of enterprise HF outputs*ACE Program Support (approximately 30%)** Serve as a human factors subject matter expert to program-embedded engineers and designers, providing guidance on human factors requirements (e.g., ergonomics, usability, workload, human error) and methodologies (e.g., task and human error analyses, worksite analysis, human-in-the-loop testing)* Apply human factors principles to ACE program activities, including requirements review, design evaluations, and human-in-the-loop (HITL) test support* Support the creation and review of task and human error analyses to inform design and operations decisions* Perform anthropometric analyses and ergonomic evaluations in support of program-specific design questions* Support human factors verification planning, including mapping requirements to verification events* Collaborate with systems engineering, design, and operations teams to integrate human-centered design principles into engineering workflows**Qualifications:*** Minimum of a B.S. in Human Factors Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Cognitive Systems Engineering, Psychology, or a related technical discipline* 5+ years of industry experience in human factors engineering or human-centered system design (preferably in aerospace, with familiarity with NASA-STD-3001)* Foundational knowledge across core human factors competencies, including: human performance and efficiency, ergonomics, safety engineering, task and human error analysis, human-systems integration, systems engineering principles, and human-in-the-loop testing* Demonstrated ability to develop clear written technical documents, guidelines, or reference materials* Experience conducting task analyses and/or human error analyses and human-in-the-loop testing* Ability to translate human factors principles and findings into clear, actionable engineering guidance* Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary engineering teams* Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion* Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum**Desired:*** Graduate degree in Human Factors, Cognitive Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline* 8+ years of aerospace industry experience in HF or human-centered system design* Familiarity with NASA human systems integration standards (e.g., NASA-STD-3001) or other relevant industry HF standards* Experience developing standards, guidelines, or reference frameworks for team or enterprise use* Experience supporting human-in-the-loop (HITL) test campaigns in safety-critical environments* Experience in human spaceflight, aviation, defense, or other safety-critical operational domains* Expertise in anthropometric analysis methods and tools* Experience with requirements management tools and verification planning processes* Experience developing or delivering technical training content### Base Pay Range for:CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20**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, 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. 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