Sr Liquid Systems Responsible Engineer

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

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s multiple Blue Moon lander product lines. To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. This role is a part of the zero-g propellant management team. The team is rethinking how space systems are designed, with a high-performance architecture, efficient reusability, and rapid design iteration. Join our team and pave the road to a permanent lunar presence! We are looking for a Senior Cryogenic Responsible Engineer with experience developing and manufacturing cryogenic propellant management devices. You will provide technical oversight, requirement development, manufacturing support and hardware ownership on our most challenging cryogenic technical problems. As part of your role you will own hardware from cradle to grave and be responsible for delivering your hardware to the vehicle. Work will include the complete life cycle of the system from definition, interfaces, conceptual design, detailed design, component development, assembly, verification, and operation. You will work with both internal and external suppliers to design, build, test and analyze components that will take us to the moon! Bring your technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions Relocation provided Occasional travel up to 25% of the time 1st Shift: 8am - 5pm Interviews will include a technical assessment Responsibilities include but are not limited to: 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

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.

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 i.e., solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pressure vessels and instrumentation
• Experience with Cryogenic Fluid Management techniques and technologies
• Experience leading small teams and subcontractor teams to accomplish objectives
• Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired Requirements

• M.S. in Aerospace Engineering