Junior Fluid & Propulsion Engineer – Spaceflight

Blue Origin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 81,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking early-career engineers for roles across our business units in locations including Huntsville, AL. You will contribute to applied fluid/mechanical engineering projects, focusing on design, analysis, and testing of propulsion and fluid systems, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on fast-moving development programs.

Ideal candidates recently graduated, with a strong foundation in propulsion and thermodynamics, and internships that demonstrate leadership and

Qualifications

• BS degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics or other relevant engineering field.
• Graduated within the last year and able to start by Fall 2026.
• Strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis.
• Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience demonstrating technical skills as well as leadership.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive relationships and contribute to an inclusive culture.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset.
• Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.

Responsibilities

• Your projects may include many aspects of applied fluid / mechanical engineering including design, analysis and test of fluid components and systems, propulsion systems and mechanical systems.
• The projects will include the integration of materials and processes, manufacturing, systems test, operations, and systems engineering.
• Specific duties are subject to our business unit objectives.

Skills

Propulsion fundamentals

Fluid mechanics

Thermodynamics

Structural analysis

Leadership

Teamwork

Independent work

Adaptable mindset

Self-driven

Education

BS degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics or related field

MS degree (desirable)

Tools

3D CAD Programs

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking early-career engineers for roles across our business units in locations including Huntsville, AL. You will contribute to applied fluid/mechanical engineering projects, focusing on design, analysis, and testing of propulsion and fluid systems, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams on fast-moving development programs.

Ideal candidates recently graduated, with a strong foundation in propulsion and thermodynamics, and internships that demonstrate leadership and