Lead Fluids Test Engineer, Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin; Florida; Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Fluids Test Manager to lead the Integration and Test team in fluids testing, cryogenic systems design, and safe operation. The role includes developing test procedures, mentoring engineers, and ensuring safety across all tests for lunar propulsion support.

Travel up to 25% during surge periods and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet program goals and deliver high-quality spaceflight hardware.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline.
• Experience managing technical teams and/or leading functional groups with responsibility for career management.
• 5+ years of fluids, pneumatic, or cryogenic or similar experience.
• Demonstrated leadership in establishing a high-performing safety culture.
• Demonstrated expertise in fluid analysis and piping design, including process component selection and fluid system architecture.
• In-depth knowledge of fluid system components (valves, regulators, pumps for cryogenics, propellants, and other fluids).
• Experience with facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control System setup and operation.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Experience working collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of fluids tests, building a high-performing team to deliver on program goals.
• Lead and own the design of cryogenic fluid and high-pressure gas systems, including developing process architecture and layout.
• Design and develop mechanical test fixtures and structural supports.
• Conduct Process Hazard Analysis activities for fluid systems (HAZOP).
• Manage suppliers, coordinating cost, schedule, and technical design requirements.
• Prepare comprehensive project plans including budget, schedule, and work breakdown structures.
• Coordinate with customers to refine project scope and requirements.
• Mentor newer engineers and perform peer reviews as appropriate based on experience level.

Skills

Team leadership

Fluid test engineering

Cryogenic systems

HAZOP

Project planning

DOE/test procedure execution

Technical mentoring

Education

BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics or related

Tools

Data Acquisition and Control Systems

Fluid analysis and piping design

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Fluids Test Manager to lead the Integration and Test team in fluids testing, cryogenic systems design, and safe operation. The role includes developing test procedures, mentoring engineers, and ensuring safety across all tests for lunar propulsion support.

Travel up to 25% during surge periods and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet program goals and deliver high-quality spaceflight hardware.