Valve Design Engineer for Space Launch Systems

Blue Origin; Washington; On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Washington is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to lead design, analysis, and qualification of next-generation components for the New Glenn Rocket. You will own systems from requirements through test planning, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure performance under extreme conditions.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and a proactive, mission-driven mindset. The position requires 3+ years in fluid/mechanical or electro-mechanical aerospace design, Creo,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of proven experience designing fluid, mechanical, or electro-mechanical systems for aerospace or similar high-reliability applications.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS preferred).
• Expertise in creating engineering drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Knowledge of fluid or mechanical components such as valves, regulators, accumulators, mechanisms, or pumps.
• Strong interpersonal skills, with a track record of building trust and fostering professional collaboration.
• Passion for advancing safe human spaceflight and alignment with Blue Origin’s mission.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of component systems, from defining requirements and interfaces through conceptual and detailed design, development, assembly, verification, qualification testing, operation, manufacturing support, and post-flight serviceability.
• Ensure all cost, schedule, and performance targets are achieved through meticulous planning and execution.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal Blue Origin teams to identify, procure, and integrate high-quality components.
• Perform sizing, material selection, and analyses (fluid flow, thermal, structural) to ensure performance under pressure, vibration, temperature, and mechanical loads.
• Support fabrication, installation, and testing of flight hardware, working closely with suppliers and support organizations.
• Contribute to all aspects of mechanical design, including requirements definition, layouts, component selection, modeling, drafting, manufacturing, and test planning.

Skills

Mechanical design

Aerospace engineering

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Creo CAD

ANSYS

ASME Y14.5 (GD&T)

Job description

Blue Origin in Washington is seeking a hands-on Mechanical Engineer to lead design, analysis, and qualification of next-generation components for the New Glenn Rocket. You will own systems from requirements through test planning, collaborating with suppliers and internal teams to ensure performance under extreme conditions.

The role emphasizes quality, safety, and a proactive, mission-driven mindset. The position requires 3+ years in fluid/mechanical or electro-mechanical aerospace design, Creo,