Fluids Systems Engineer II – Helium

Blue Origin LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

401(k) Match

Paid Time Off

Education Support

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a fluids design engineer to join the Lunar Permanence unit. You will design fluid and propulsion related components, analyze performance, and develop interface definitions across vehicle subsystems.

The role requires a mechanical or aerospace engineering degree, 5+ years in CAD (Creo), and experience with gas systems, GD&T, and flow calculations. This is a full-time on-site role with competitive benefits and a culture of safety and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
• 5+ years in 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred).
• 2+ years designing aerospace fluid or mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of gas systems and GD&T proficiency.
• Experience with flow/pressure calculations and thermal/structural analysis.
• Understanding of fluid components (valves, tubing, pressurized hardware).
• Ability to define interfaces between vehicle subsystems.
• Familiarity with tube stock, fittings, welding, and installation methods.
• Strong written, verbal, and graphical communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Fluids sub-assembly design and development, CAD parts in Creo.
• Analyze components for fluid, thermal, and structural use.
• Interpreting and generating P&IDs with AutoCAD.
• Create specs for fluid/gas components (valves, manifolds, regulators).
• Develop interface definitions between fluid systems and subsystems.
• Conduct component trade studies and data analysis.
• Collaborate with suppliers and Blue Origin teams for procurement and installation.
• Verify components against company standards.

Skills

Creo CAD

Fluid systems design

Gas systems knowledge

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Flow & pressure calculations

Thermal/structural analysis

Valve/tubing knowledge

Interface definitions

Fluid system installation/fabrication

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Advanced degree (preferred)

Tools

AutoCAD

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 BlueMoon landers and related products. 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. 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!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Fluids sub-assembly design and development, designing parts and assemblies in CAD (Creo preferred).
• Analyze custom components for fluid, thermal, and structural applications.
• Interpreting and generating Piping and instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) using AutoCAD.
• Create specifications for fluid/gas components i.e., solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pressure vessels, and instrumentation.
• Develop and maintain interface definitions between fluid systems and other vehicle subsystems.
• Perform component trade studies and analyze test data.
• Work with suppliers or Blue Origin groups to identify components and support procurement, fabrication, and installation.
• Perform component verification of internally and externally sourced components to company standards.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent.
• 5+ years of experience in 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred).
• 2+ years of proven experience in the design of aerospace fluid or mechanical systems.
• Knowledge and experience with gas systems.
• Proficiency in crafting engineering drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Experience performing flow and pressure calculations as well as structural and thermal analysis of fluid systems.
• Proven understand of fluid components such as valves, tubing, and pressurized hardware.
• Develop and maintain interface definitions between the vehicle and subsystems.
• Knowledge of standard installation and fabrication methods of fluid systems (tube stock, fittings, connections, fasteners, welding, etc.)
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communications skills
• 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 Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field
• Hands‑on experience building and testing mechanical assemblies or pressurized components/systems

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35

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.

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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.

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Benefits

• 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.

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