Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer II

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Engineer II Blue Origin life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, Florida, Merritt Island 8082 Space Commerce Way (Show on map) Mar 18, 2026 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 supports the development and operations of Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. This role supports the development and operations of Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. As part of a robust NG RF Systems Launch Engineering team, you will develop and train AI models to automate processes and solve complex problems. You will design, verify, and implement AI systems, ensuring they function effectively and align with RF Systems team objectives. Responsibilities include evaluate machine learning processes and selecting appropriate models, collect and analyze large datasets to train AI models, develop and deploy AI algorithms and systems, and collaborate with cross functional teams to establish goals for AI processes. Your implementations will include robust testing and validation of results to ensure accuracy and effectiveness via measurable metrics. You will manage data and project infrastructure and stay updated on the latest AI developments and technologies. In this, you will support mission-critical communication systems that maintain uninterrupted data links between ground stations and flight vehicles during dynamic flight conditions. Working alongside senior engineers, you will help build, test, and deploy the agents, knowledge pipelines, and ML models that reduce operator cognitive burden. You will assist in training and evaluating anomaly detection and time-series forecasting models on telemetry data. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact our mission of Millions of People Living and Working in Space for the Benefit of Earth. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Machine Learning, or related field Proven experience as an AI Engineer or in a similar role Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, C/C++, Java Experience with machine learning frameworks and libraries Experience with building or contributing to LLM-based applications, RAG pipelines, or agent-based systems Hands on experience fine-tuning, adapting, and deploying LLM's Experience with prompt engineering, embeddings, and content management Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred), containerization (Docker), and basic CI/CD practices Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, with attention to detail Solid understanding of CS fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, object-oriented design, and version control Effective communication and collaboration skills

Desired:

Master of Science in related subject areas Experience with AWS Bedrock, SageMaker, or equivalent managed AI/ML services Experience with Databricks or similar platforms for data engineering and ML workflows Experience with time-series ML architectures (RNNs, LSTMs, Transformers) for forecasting or anomaly detection Exposure to multi-agent system frameworks or agentic AI orchestration patterns Background with launch vehicle hardware development, integration, or test Knowledge of RF systems, telemetry system architectures, including multiplexers, encoders, transmitters, receivers, and ground station equipment Exposure to time-series data processing, anomaly detection, or ML model training on sensor or telemetry data Experience with RF link budget analysis and optimization for space-to-ground communications Demonstrated project management skills, including schedule development, resource allocation, and risk management 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

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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 atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.