Senior Cryogenic Systems Lead for Lunar Missions

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Occasional travel up to 25%

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Senior Cryogenic Responsible Engineer to lead the liquid propulsion subsystem with cradle-to-grave ownership from definition through vehicle integration. You will provide technical leadership, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure robust design, verification, and manufacturing plans for the cryogenic hardware used on lunar missions.

The role emphasizes high-performance architecture, rigorous safety, and collaboration across internal teams and external partners to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field.
• 8+ years of experience in cryogenic fluids and mechanical systems.
• Experience developing, integrating and certifying aerospace systems for flight.
• Experience with cryogenic fluid management components (valves, manifolds, regulators, vessels).
• Experience with Cryogenic Fluid Management techniques and technologies.
• Experience leading small teams and subcontractor teams to accomplish objectives.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Ability to earn trust and contribute to an inclusive culture.

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 engineering

Aerospace systems

Leadership

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Aerospace Engineering or related field

MS in Aerospace Engineering (desired)

Tools

Cryogenic hardware tools

Job description

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Senior Cryogenic Responsible Engineer to lead the liquid propulsion subsystem with cradle-to-grave ownership from definition through vehicle integration. You will provide technical leadership, coordinate with suppliers, and ensure robust design, verification, and manufacturing plans for the cryogenic hardware used on lunar missions.

The role emphasizes high-performance architecture, rigorous safety, and collaboration across internal teams and external partners to