Lead Fluids Analyst: Cryogenic Propulsion for Lunar Lander

Blue Origin; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin in California is seeking a Lead Fluids Analyst to support the Thermodynamic Vent System development for the MK2 Crewed Lander, in partnership with NASA's Artemis and HLS programs.

You will generate thermo-fluids models, work with cross-functional teams, and guide the TVS lifecycle from design through test and on-console operation, ensuring safe, cryogenic propellant management.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of thermal/fluids analysis experience.
• Proficiency using common CFD tools such as Thermal Desktop or Sinda/Fluint.
• Understanding of Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, and Thermodynamics.
• Hands-on experience with first-order and Excel-level fluids calculations.

Responsibilities

• Generate and run thermo-fluids models of cryogenic propellant.
• Work with a cross functional team to advance the state of the art of in space cryogenic fluid management in propulsion systems.

Skills

Thermal/fluids analysis

CFD tools

Fluid mechanics

Heat transfer

Thermodynamics

Excel-level calculations

First-order calculations

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Thermal Desktop

Sinda/Fluint

ANSYS Fluent

FLOW3D

Job description

Blue Origin in California is seeking a Lead Fluids Analyst to support the Thermodynamic Vent System development for the MK2 Crewed Lander, in partnership with NASA's Artemis and HLS programs.

You will generate thermo-fluids models, work with cross-functional teams, and guide the TVS lifecycle from design through test and on-console operation, ensuring safe, cryogenic propellant management.