Senior Cryogenic Propulsion Systems Engineer

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Stock options

Paid time off

Holidays

Education support

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Cryogenic Responsible Engineer to own cradle-to-grave cryogenic propulsion hardware, lead technical trades, and collaborate with suppliers to deliver safe, high-performance systems for space missions.

The role demands 8+ years in cryogenic fluids and mechanical systems, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage hardware definitions, manufacturing plans, and verification efforts on flight-qualifiable components.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical subject area.
• 8+ years of experience in cryogenic fluids and mechanical systems/components.
• Experience developing, integrating and certifying aerospace systems for flight.
• Experience with fluid/gas components (valves, manifolds, regulators, pressure vessels, instrumentation).
• Experience with Cryogenic Fluid Management techniques and technologies.
• Experience leading small teams and subcontractor teams to accomplish objectives.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident or lawfully admitted into the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Define, own, and control the liquid subsystem technical baseline, performing technical work and providing technical leadership of the highest caliber.
• Manage internal and external procurements and internal hardware dependencies required to meet subsystem deliveries.
• Lead and perform technical trades on cryogenic systems that meet vehicle and customer needs
• Own hardware drawing release, manufacturing plan development, manufacturing support and integration onto the vehicle
• Lead internal and external cryogenic technological development meetings
• Cradle-to-grave ownership of cryogenic system

Skills

Cryogenic fluids

Cryogenic systems

Aerospace engineering

Mechanical engineering

Team leadership

Communication skills

Fast-paced environment adaptability

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical subject area

M.S. in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical subject area

Tools

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking a Senior Cryogenic Responsible Engineer to own cradle-to-grave cryogenic propulsion hardware, lead technical trades, and collaborate with suppliers to deliver safe, high-performance systems for space missions.

The role demands 8+ years in cryogenic fluids and mechanical systems, strong leadership, and proven ability to manage hardware definitions, manufacturing plans, and verification efforts on flight-qualifiable components.