Mk1 Fluids Systems Engineer II

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, life ins.

401(k) with company match

Paid time off & holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Fluids Systems Engineer to contribute to the MK1 Lunar Lander family. You will work within the Fluids Systems Engineering team, applying your expertise in fluids, propulsion, and systems engineering to drive design, verification, and testing across the development cycle.

The role requires collaboration in a fast-paced environment, strong communication skills, and experience with hydrogen/oxygen systems. U.S.

Qualifications

• BS in aerospace, mechanical, physics, systems engineering or related technical subject.
• 3+ years of proven experience in fluids, propulsion, or aerospace systems.
• Experience with fluid/gas components (solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pumps, pressure vessels, instrumentation).
• Experience with systems engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Work at significant technical depth on complex subsystems with some oversight as part of the Fluids and Propulsion IPT.
• Own subsystem level documentation and analyses, incorporating verification data as it becomes available.
• Ensure timely updates and communication of subsystem level architecture diagrams, schematics.
• Understand and apply systems engineering fundamentals across development lifecycle: concept, requirements, design, analysis, validation, integration, safety, configuration management, verification, and test.
• Integrate fluids and propulsion subsystems with overall vehicle design, analysis, software, and operations.
• Support development and execution of component and subsystem tests.
• Tackle Fluids Systems Engineer tasks like leading trade studies, component design/integration, first-order analysis, and test support.

Skills

Fluids systems

Propulsion

Systems engineering

Communication

Collaboration

Hydrogen & Oxygen systems

Jira

Windchill

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Mechanical/Physics/Systems Engineering or related

Advanced Engineering degree

Tools

Jira

Windchill

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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. 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 specialists, technicians, and engineers you will apply your systems engineering, fluids, and propulsion expertise within the MK1 Fluids Systems Engineering team. You will use natural leadership and organizational skills and share a commitment to quality to positively impact the bold missions at Blue Origin.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work at significant technical depth on complex subsystems with some oversight as part of the Fluids and Propulsion Integrated Product Team (IPT)
• Own subsystem level documentation and analyses, incorporating verification data as it becomes available
• Ensure timely updates and communication of subsystem level architecture diagrams, schematics
• Understand and apply systems engineering fundamentals across the development cycle of systems including concept development, requirements, design, analysis, validation, integrations, safety, configuration management, verification, and test
• Integrate between fluids and propulsion subsystem and overall system level vehicle design, analysis, software, and operations
• Support the development and execution of component and subsystem tests
• Tackle a range of Fluids Systems Engineer tasks like leading trade studies, component design/integration, 1st order analysis, and test support

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject area
• 3+ years of proven experience in fluids, propulsion, or aerospace systems
• Experience with fluid/gas components i.e., solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pumps, pressure vessels and instrumentation
• Experience with systems engineering principles
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communications skills
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships
• 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

• Advanced Engineering degree
• Experience driving the verification and validation of component and or subsystem level requirements
• Experience supporting projects through the full development cycle
• Experience supporting trade studies to drive design improvements into the fluids and propulsion architecture
• Exposure seeing fluid components and instrumentation through Acceptance and Qualification test campaigns
• Spacecraft, space vehicle or launch vehicle fluid systems experience
• Experience with Hydrogen and Oxygen systems
• Experience utilizing Jira and Windchill

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.

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We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves. Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

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