Aerothermal Engineer II — Spaceflight CFD & Loads

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 90,934 - 127,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Florida is seeking an experienced aerothermal engineer to join their team in support of the New Glenn launch vehicle. You will work on aerodynamic design, model development, and verification processes, contributing to safe human spaceflight.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with experience in aerothermal analysis and CFD modeling tools. A passion for space and dedication to quality is essential.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in aerothermal or thermodynamic analysis.
• Strong aerodynamic fundamentals through multiple flight regimes.
• Proven experience deriving space vehicle aerothermal environments.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of aerodynamic and aerothermodynamic design.
• Develop and document aerothermodynamic models and databases.
• Analyze rocket plume heating and aerothermal impacts during flight.

Skills

Aerothermal analysis

CFD modeling tools

Scripting and programming for automation

Aerospace engineering fundamentals

Education

BS degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

LAURA

DPLR

MATLAB

CREO

Job description

Blue Origin in Florida is seeking an experienced aerothermal engineer to join their team in support of the New Glenn launch vehicle. You will work on aerodynamic design, model development, and verification processes, contributing to safe human spaceflight.

The ideal candidate has a degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, with experience in aerothermal analysis and CFD modeling tools. A passion for space and dedication to quality is essential.