MK1 Fluids Analyst III - Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) matching

Education support

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin, based in Washington, seeks a thermo-fluids analyst for the MK1 Fluids team within the Lunar Permanence unit. You will develop and validate thermo-fluid models, anchor to test data, and publish reports to support design decisions across the development lifecycle.

Responsibilities include collecting inputs, building 0D-1D models, post-processing results, and presenting trade studies to stakeholders. U.S. citizenship or eligible status is required for regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering is required.
• 4–5 years of thermo-fluids analysis experience.
• Strong background in fluid mechanics, heat transfer and thermodynamics.
• Experience anchoring thermo-fluid models to test data.
• Experience with Cryogenic/ two-phase or gaseous fluids systems.
• U.S. citizenship or eligible for regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Collect analysis inputs from stakeholders and engineers.
• Develop or modify thermo-fluid analysis models for vehicle configurations.
• Post-process results and draw engineering conclusions.
• Publish analysis reports in Windchill to support decisions.
• Generate and present design reviews and trade studies to partners.

Skills

Thermal/fluids analysis

0D-1D modeling

Thermal Desktop Sinda/Fluint

Cryogenic / two-phase fluids

Model validation with test data

U.S. citizenship / eligibility

Python / MATLAB / VBA scripting

Education

B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering

M.S. degree (preferred)

Tools

Windchill

Jira

Thermal Desktop/Sinda/Fluint

Job description

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 Blue Origin's Blue Moon 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.

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's multiple Blue Moon lander product lines. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of cargo from Earth to the lunarsurface.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. To this end, our first MK1 Lunar Lander christened "Endurance" will be the largest and most complex vehicle ever to land on the moon. Our second MK1 will continue humanity's exploration of the Lunar south pole by delivering NASA's VIPER rover.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse analysts, you will conduct thermal and fluids analysis to define the performance and operations within the MK1 Fluids subsystem and resolve technical challenges. The selected candidate will work within the MK1 Fluids team supporting analysis efforts through the complete development lifecycle from design through build, test, and integration. Typical tasks include capturing system inputs, validating models based on vehicle and component test data, constructing and vetting analysis models, performing system level trade studies, documenting results, and presenting results to stakeholders.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Collect analysis inputs from stakeholders and responsible engineers
• Develop new or modify existing thermo-fluid analysis models to represent vehicle configuration and behavior
• Post process analysis results to draw engineering conclusions from output data
• Author and publish analysis reports in Windchill to support engineering decision making
• Generate and present design review and trade study content to subsystem, vehicle and business unit partners and customers
• Anchoring thermo-fluid analysis models to component and vehicle test data

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• 4-5 years of relevant thermal/fluids analysis experience
• Deep understanding of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and Thermodynamics fundamentals
• Experience with thermo-fluids 0D-1D modeling using Thermal Desktop Sinda/Fluint
• Experience with cryogenic, two-phase, and/or gaseous fluid systems
• Proven track record validating thermo-fluid models, from concept through test validation
• Experience anchoring fluid analysis models to test data
• 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

• M.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• 8 years of relevant aerospace experience
• Prior spacecraft fluid systems experience
• Hydrogen and oxygen systems background
• Process automation scripting skills (VBA, MATLAB, Python, FORTRAN)
• Experience utilizing Jira and Windchill
• Experience with modeling propulsion, gaseous, and cryogenic fluids management
• Experience modeling fluids and propulsion components including solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pumps, thrusters, feedlines, pressure vessels, and instrumentation

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20 CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85 WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

Other site ranges may differ

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.

Export Control Regulations

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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.