Fluid System Design Engineer IV

Blue Origin, LLC; Seattle (WA); Híbrido; USD 145 000 - 203 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Parental leave and disability coverage

Stock options

Education Support Program

Resumo da oferta

Blue Origin seeks a Fluid System Design Engineer IV to lead design, analysis, and production support of reaction control fluid subsystems for a space launch vehicle upper stage. The role emphasizes high-pressure, cryogenic hardware, and cross-functional collaboration.

The successful candidate will drive manufacturability, perform system testing, and provide flight justification based on rigorous analysis, with a focus on safety and reliability for ambitious spaceflight programs.

Qualificações

• B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 7+ years in spacecraft or launch vehicle fluid system design, analysis, or test.
• Experience with hypergolic propellant and propulsion systems.
• Knowledge of fabrication, integration, and quality control of tubes/piping and machined components.
• Design experience using 3D CAD (Creo) and GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• U.S. citizenship or equivalent status for employment eligibility.

Responsabilidades

• Implement design, procurement, and production of reaction control fluid subsystems and components.
• Own design and engineering of reaction control systems, including modifications, nonconformance disposition, and flight justification.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure systems work together and meet requirements, addressing issues with calculated risk.
• Drive design for manufacturability and implement upgrades identified through root cause analysis, manufacturing, testing, and cost reduction.
• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers to develop work instructions and disposition nonconformances.
• Build and manage project plans including cost, schedule and risk to ensure on-time delivery.
• Oversee component and system testing, verification, and data analysis for qualification and hardware acceptance.

Conhecimentos

Fluid system design

System Responsible Engineer

3D CAD Creo

ASME Y14.5 GD&T

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Ferramentas

Creo

FEA software (e.g., ANSYS)

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Fluid System Design Engineer IV page is loaded## Fluid System Design Engineer IVlocations: Space Coast, FL: Greater Seattle Areatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R75012Application 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 New 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.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 New 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.We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.In this role you will use your experience designing flight vehicle fluid systems to act as a System Responsible Engineer, coordinating design and supporting production of reaction control systems for a launch vehicle upper stage. You will bring technical depth to a high-rate production environment, contributing to system integration, test program management and mission support, and tackling complex challenges involving high-pressure, cryogenic, and highly stressed hardware.We are looking for someone who thrives at the intersection of design, production, and problem-solving to apply their technical and business process expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact commercial spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!**Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*** Implement design, procurement, and production of reaction control fluid subsystems and associated components* Own design and engineering of reaction control systems, including design modifications, nonconformance disposition, and flight justification.* Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure your systems work together and meet requirements, resolving issues with calculated risk.* Drive design for manufacturability. Implement upgrades for flight hardware identified through root cause analysis, manufacturing, testing, flight, and cost reduction opportunities.* Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and technicians to develop work instructions and disposition hardware nonconformances.* Build and manage project plans including cost, schedule and risk management to ensure timely delivery.* Oversee component and system level testing, verification, and data analysis as part of qualification and hardware acceptance.**Minimum Qualifications*** Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or related field.* Minimum 7 years experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle fluid system component design, analysis, or test.* Solid understanding of propulsion and fluid components such as valves, nozzles, and fittings.* Experience with design and manufacturing of hypergolic propellant and propulsion systems.* Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes and quality control relative to tubes/piping and machined components.* Design experience using 3D CAD (Creo preferred), 2D and 3D drawings per ASME Y14.5 GD&T along with detailed analysis reports using Finite Element Analysis (FEA).* Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.* Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.**Preferred Qualifications*** Advanced degree in an engineering field* Working knowledge of hydrogen and oxygen systems* Experience with computational fluid dynamics or thermal analysis software packages###Base Pay Range for:WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20**Other site ranges may differ****Culture Statement****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,