Space Propulsion Fluid Systems Engineer

Blue Origin; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Blue Origin in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking an engineer to coordinate design schedules for fluids and propulsion systems within the Lunar Permanence unit. You will influence the fluids strategy and ensure safe, effective integration across subsystems.

Ideal candidates have at least a BS in engineering and 2+ years in aerospace propulsion, with hands-on design/test experience. The role requires collaboration, quality focus, and a drive for safe spaceflight.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of experience in aerospace propulsion and fluid systems.
• Experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle fluid system design or testing.
• Experience in detail design for aerospace fluid systems and components.
• Understanding of valves, regulators, tubing, and fittings.
• Knowledge of fabrication, integration, and quality control for tubes/piping and machined parts.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain professional relationships.

Responsibilities

• Design and route fluid subsystems (pressurization, pneumatics, RCS).
• Work with fluid components (valves, regulators, pressure vessels, instrumentation).
• Use 3D CAD (Creo) and FEA (ANSYS).
• Deliver designs with ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards and documented analyses.
• Verify components to company standards.
• Collaborate with other teams to ensure system compatibility and manage risk.
• Lead and participate in testing and data analysis of components and systems.
• Manage project aspects including vendor management, scheduling, and budgeting.

Skills

Aerospace propulsion

Fluid systems

Spacecraft design

Education

B.S. Engineering

Tools

Creo

ANSYS

Job description

Blue Origin in Los Angeles, CA, is seeking an engineer to coordinate design schedules for fluids and propulsion systems within the Lunar Permanence unit. You will influence the fluids strategy and ensure safe, effective integration across subsystems.

Ideal candidates have at least a BS in engineering and 2+ years in aerospace propulsion, with hands-on design/test experience. The role requires collaboration, quality focus, and a drive for safe spaceflight.