Lunar Fluids Testbed Lead Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Fluids Test Engineer within the Integration and Test team to lead the design of high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems for lunar transportation initiatives. This role supports the Lunar Permanence business unit and requires travel up to 25% to offsite locations.

You will mentor engineers, perform HAZOP analyses, manage suppliers, and develop test fixtures, while coordinating project plans, budgets, and requirements with customers to advance safe, reusable space

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of fluids, pneumatic, or cryogenic or similar experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in fluid analysis and piping design.
• In-depth knowledge of fluid system components (valves, regulators, pumps for cryogenics/propellants).
• Practical knowledge of piping installation and fabrication methods.
• Experience with facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control System setup.

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the design of high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid 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

Fluid analysis

Piping design

Cryogenic systems

HAZOP experience

Data Acquisition

Project coordination

Mentoring

Education

BS in Aerospace Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Physics (related)

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Fluids Test Engineer within the Integration and Test team to lead the design of high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems for lunar transportation initiatives. This role supports the Lunar Permanence business unit and requires travel up to 25% to offsite locations.

You will mentor engineers, perform HAZOP analyses, manage suppliers, and develop test fixtures, while coordinating project plans, budgets, and requirements with customers to advance safe, reusable space