Blue Origin

Fluid Systems & Propulsion Engineer I - Early Career (2026 Starts)

Blue Origin$81K — $113K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum of a BS degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics or relevant engineering field.
  • Recent graduates eligible to start by Fall 2026.
  • Strong foundational knowledge in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis.
  • Relevant internship or co-op experience demonstrating technical skills and leadership qualities.
  • Ability to foster positive and inclusive professional relationships.

Responsibilities

  • Engage in design, analysis, and testing of fluid and mechanical systems.
  • Contribute to propulsion systems and mechanical systems projects.
  • Integrate materials and processes for manufacturing and systems testing.
  • Support operations and systems engineering efforts across business units.
  • Collaborate with team members on rapid development programs.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance, along with basic and supplemental life insurance.
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability options.
  • 401(k) plan with a company match of up to 5%.
  • Generous paid time off policy of up to four weeks and 14 company-paid holidays.
  • Education Support Program to further your professional development.
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Multiple positions available across our Business Units. You will be matched with an appropriate engineering team based on your skillset and experience and our current business needs.

Timeline: Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Primary locations:

We prioritize placing early career engineers in locations where they can be co-located with their team and the relevant hardware they support. The primary locations for this role are listed below. Please indicate in the application where you would be willing to be located.
  • Kent, WA
  • Huntsville, AL
  • Van Horn, TX
  • Cape Canaveral, FL
  • Lancaster, CA


Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Your projects may include many aspects of applied fluid / mechanical engineering including design, analysis and test of fluid components and systems, propulsion systems and mechanical systems. The projects will include the integration of materials and processes, manufacturing, systems test, operations, and systems engineering. Specific duties are subject to our business unit objectives.

Qualifications:
  • Minimum of a BS degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics or other relevant engineering field.
  • Will have earned their degree within the last year and able to start by Fall 2026.
  • Strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis.
  • Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
  • Flexible and adaptable mindset.
  • Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.

Desired:
  • M.S. degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering or other relevant engineering field.
  • Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
  • 3D CAD Programs.
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Low-pressure fluid systems (fans, ducting, heat exchangers, capillary pumps, etc.), valves, manifolds, fittings, tubing, seals, or other fluid systems.
  • Thermodynamics, fluid flow, or heat transfer analysis.
  • Safety assessment and operation of pressurized test hardware.
  • Machining, building, and maintaining pressurized or mechanical systems.

How to prepare:

We are solving challenging, new problems and we need people to represent a wide variety of perspectives. Experience in aerospace is not a requirement. We value broad academic and industry experiences such as Tech, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive, and more.

When you apply, include your internship, co-curricular and research experience in your resume. Please also include the relevant programming languages you have used in these settings. If you haven't yet used a tool in a professional setting, please include relevant coursework that demonstrates your preparation for these roles.

Base Pay Range for:
CA applicants is $81,313.00 - $113,837.85WA applicants is $81,313.00 - $113,837.85

Other site ranges may differ

Benefits
  • Benefits include: 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.


About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is an aerospace company that develops rockets and spacecraft for commercial and government customers. The company's products include the New Shepard suborbital vehicle and the New Glenn orbital rocket. Blue Origin was founded in 2000 by Jeff Bezos and is headquartered in Kent, Washington.
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Founded
2000

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