Thermal Systems Director — Space Launch Vehicle

Blue Origin; Washington; On-site; USD 218,000 - 306,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a senior thermal analysis leader to guide the New Glenn Launch System Architecture Thermal Analysis group. You will set direction, priorities and standards, and ensure accurate thermal models and data books across the program lifecycle.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with program leaders, and drive reliable vehicle performance in a fast-paced, safety-focused culture. Washington state base.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or related technical discipline.
• 10+ years of experience in thermal engineering or thermal analysis.
• Experience leading engineering teams or major technical efforts.
• Expertise in thermal analysis methods and modeling tools.
• Experience reviewing complex models and guiding technical decisions.
• Ability to communicate complex technical information to leaders.
• Experience mentoring engineers.
• Thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the New Glenn Launch System Architecture Thermal Analysis group.
• Set technical direction, priorities, staffing plans, and analysis standards.
• Develop and verify thermal environments and performance requirements.
• Partner with engineering and program leaders to define scope and manage risk.
• Develop team, oversee reviews, and maintain accurate data books.

Skills

Thermal analysis methods

Modeling tools

Communicating complex technical info

Leadership

Engineering judgment

Python

MATLAB

Git

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master’s or PhD preferred

Tools

Thermal Desktop

SINDA/FLUINT

ANSYS

Creo

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a senior thermal analysis leader to guide the New Glenn Launch System Architecture Thermal Analysis group. You will set direction, priorities and standards, and ensure accurate thermal models and data books across the program lifecycle.

You will mentor engineers, collaborate with program leaders, and drive reliable vehicle performance in a fast-paced, safety-focused culture. Washington state base.