Thermal Engineer I - Early Career (2027 Starts)

Blue Origin; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match up to 5%

Education Support Program

Stock options for regular employees

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a motivated engineering graduate to contribute to thermal control hardware design, analysis, and testing. You will create and maintain documentation, participate in design reviews, and support hardware assembly for spacecraft applications.

The role emphasizes hands-on learning, collaboration with cross-functional teams, and applying thermo-fluid fundamentals to real hardware in a challenging aerospace environment.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering discipline
• Recent graduate; start by Fall 2027
• Coursework in thermodynamics, heat transfer or fluid mechanics
• Familiar with CAD software: Creo, SolidWorks, NX
• Strong fundamentals and teamwork skills
• Willing to learn and communicate effectively

Responsibilities

• Support design, fabrication, and testing of thermal control hardware
• Assist with thermal analysis using hand calculations and analysis software
• Support integration and test activities for thermal hardware
• Create and maintain technical documentation including drawings, specs, and test procedures
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
• Contribute to hardware assembly and testing efforts
• Learn and apply thermal engineering principles to spacecraft applications

Skills

Thermal engineering

Teamwork

Problem solving

Communication

Hands-on

Documentation

Design reviews

Manufacturing awareness

Education

B.S. in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

NX

Thermal Desktop

ANSYS

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support design, fabrication, and testing of thermal control hardware
• Assist with thermal analysis using hand calculations and analysis software
• Support integration and test activities for thermal hardware
• Create and maintain technical documentation including drawings, specifications, and test procedures
• Participate in design reviews and technical discussions
• Contribute to hardware assembly and testing efforts
• Learn and apply thermal engineering principles to spacecraft applications

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in mechanical, aerospace, or related engineering discipline
• Will have earned their degree within the last year and able to start by Fall 2027.
• Coursework or project experience in thermodynamics, heat transfer, or fluid mechanics
• Familiarity with CAD software (Creo, SolidWorks, NX, or similar)
• Basic understanding of engineering fundamentals and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong communication skills and willingness to learn

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Internship or co-op experience in aerospace or related industry
• Hands-on experience building or testing hardware (academic projects, clubs, competitions)
• Exposure to thermal analysis software (Thermal Desktop, ANSYS, or similar)
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling
• Familiarity with spacecraft thermal control concepts and hardware
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and design for manufacturability
• Experience with data acquisition and test equipment
• Involvement in student engineering organizations (AIAA, SAE, rocketry clubs, etc.)
• Self-motivated with strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks

Base Pay Range

• Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $80,499.00 - $112,697.55
• Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $87,816.00 - $122,942.40
• Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check Required

Blue’s Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles. Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation. Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company’s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company’s results, or other factors at the company’s sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’sAffirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission‑driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.