Engineer - Fluids Systems III

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced engineer to coordinate fluid subsystems for Lunar Permanence projects, including pressurization, pneumatics, and reaction control. You will work with valves, regulators, pressure vessels, instrumentation, and 3D CAD/FEA tools to deliver compliant designs.

You will lead testing, verification, and cross-group collaboration, ensuring safe, integrated fluid systems. Strong project management and a commitment to quality are essential.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering is required.
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace propulsion and fluid systems.
• Demonstrated experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle fluid system component design or test.
• Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles in the detail design of aerospace or equivalent type fluid systems and components.
• Solid understanding of fluid components such as valves, regulators, tubing and fittings.
• Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes and quality control relative to tubes/piping and machined components.
• Working knowledge of materials and treatments.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Design and route fluid subsystems (pressurization, pneumatics, reaction control).
• Work with fluid components (solenoid valves, regulators, pressure vessels and instrumentation).
• Work with 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs (ANSYS Preferred).
• Deliver completed designs using best draft practicing per ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards along with clear and well documented analysis reports.
• Perform component verification of internally and externally sourced components to company standards
• Work closely with other groups to ensure your systems work together, resolving issues with calculated risk.
• Following design efforts, lead and participate in component and system level testing and data analysis.
• To be successful in this role good project management skills are necessary including vendor management, scheduling, and budget tracking.

Skills

5+ years experience

aerospace propulsion

fluid systems

spacecraft/launch vehicle fluid design

valves/regulators/tubes

fabrication/quality knowledge

trust & relationships

Education

B.S. in engineering

Tools

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

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 is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products.

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. This role is for our MK1 cargo lander to further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, and engineers, you will help to coordinate the schedule and priorities of design work for various fluids and propulsion systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of the fluids overall strategy.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Design and route fluid subsystems (i.e., pressurization, pneumatics, reaction control).
• Work with fluid components (i.e., solenoid valves, regulators, pressure vessels and instrumentation).
• Work with 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs (ANSYS Preferred).
• Deliver completed designs using best draft practicing per ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards along with clear and well documented analysis reports.
• Perform component verification of internally and externally sourced components to company standards
• Work closely with other groups to ensure your systems work together, resolving issues with calculated risk.
• Following design efforts, you will lead and participate in component and system level testing and data analysis.
• To be successful in this role good project management skills are necessary including vendor management, scheduling, and budget tracking.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering
• 5+ years of experience in aerospace propulsion and fluid systems
• Demonstrated experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle fluid system component design or test
• Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles in the detail design of aerospace or equivalent type fluid systems and components
• Solid understanding of fluid components such as valves, regulators, tubing and fittings
• Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes and quality control relative to tubes/piping and machined components
• Working knowledge of materials and treatments
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships

Desired:

• Experience with cryogenic hydrogen and oxygen systems
• Experience with the application and use of welding
• Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field
• Experience qualifying components and systems for air or space flight

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

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