Senior Cryogenic Fluids CAD Engineer

Jobtailor; Alabama; On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the cryogenic propulsion hardware team. You will own the design, verification, and integration of complex cryogenic subsystems, delivering models, drawings, and documentation for flight-critical hardware.

The role requires hands-on Creo Parametric proficiency, GD&T knowledge, and experience with Windchill, FEA, and aerospace hardware certification. Collaboration across teams in a fast-paced environment is essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical subject area.
• 5+ years of experience in cryogenic fluids and mechanical systems/components.
• Experience supporting the development, integration, or certification of aerospace systems for flight.
• Experience with fluid/gas components (solenoid valves, manifolds, regulators, etc.).
• Experience with Cryogenic Fluid Management techniques and technologies.
• Proficiency with Creo Parametric for parts, assemblies, weldments, and drawings.
• Working knowledge of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Experience with configuration management and release processes.
• Knowledge of manufacturing materials, processes, and tolerance/stack-up analysis.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residence or qualified refugee/asylee.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex cryogenic subsystems and components with the Zero-g Propellant Management Product Team.
• Support hardware ownership from definition through delivery, including design, verification, and integration.
• Track procurements and hardware dependencies.
• Support trade studies, component design and integration, and test support.
• Develop, modify, and release Creo models, assemblies, and drawings for cryogenic hardware.
• Generate fabrication drawings using Blue Origin standards and GD&T.
• Apply Model Based Definition and PMI on controlled models.
• Follow CAD conventions and Windchill CM requirements.
• Create Interface Control Models and Drawings.
• Deliver geometry to analysis teams for FEA.
• Support drawing release, manufacturing plans, and vehicle integration.
• Perform model and drawing checks and participate in design reviews.
• Support vendor RFQs, fabrication, inspection, and proof-test packages with BOMs.

Skills

Cryogenic Fluids

Creo Parametric Proficiency

GD&T Knowledge

Windchill PDM

FEA Experience

ANSYS

Interface Control Models

Assembly Drawings

Model Based Definition

Engineering Change Processes

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical subject area

Master's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical subject area

Tools

Windchill PDM

ANSYS

Creo Parametric

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join the cryogenic propulsion hardware team. You will own the design, verification, and integration of complex cryogenic subsystems, delivering models, drawings, and documentation for flight-critical hardware.

The role requires hands-on Creo Parametric proficiency, GD&T knowledge, and experience with Windchill, FEA, and aerospace hardware certification. Collaboration across teams in a fast-paced environment is essential.