Senior Fluid Systems Engineer – Spaceflight Test Stands

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 160,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock options

Paid time off

Education support program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a senior Mechanical/Fluid Engineer to lead the design of high‑pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems, and to oversee testing facilities and startup activities. You will work within the Blue Origin Operations group, collaborating across manufacturing, supply chain, safety, and mission assurance to deliver safe, high‑quality test stands for rocket engines and spaceflight hardware.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive fluid dynamics expertise, and a track record

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical, Chemical, Aerospace Engineering or related field.
• 10+ years of industry experience.
• Expertise in fluid analysis and fluid system architecture.
• Knowledge of cryogenic/propellant fluid components and piping fabrication.
• ASME B31.3 and BPVC codes.
• Experience with transient modelling software and related tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead design of high‑pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems.
• Perform transient analysis of fluid systems.
• Conduct HAZOPs for fluid systems.
• Direct architecture decisions for fluid system design and implementation.
• Manage suppliers for cost, schedule, and technical requirements.
• Provide remote and on‑site support during facilities fabrication and startup.
• Develop project plans with budget, schedule, and WBS.
• Coordinate with customers to refine scope and requirements.
• Mentor engineers and perform peer reviews.

Skills

Fluid analysis

HAZOP

Leadership

Peer reviews

Education

BS in Mechanical/Chemical/Aerospace

Tools

Thermal Desktop

Simulink

AFT Arrow/Fathom

AutoCAD/CAESAR

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a senior Mechanical/Fluid Engineer to lead the design of high‑pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems, and to oversee testing facilities and startup activities. You will work within the Blue Origin Operations group, collaborating across manufacturing, supply chain, safety, and mission assurance to deliver safe, high‑quality test stands for rocket engines and spaceflight hardware.

The role requires strong leadership, extensive fluid dynamics expertise, and a track record