Qualifications
Responsibilities
Benefits
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will work on the design, analysis, development, and qualification of pressurized liquid and gas systems on a reusable launch vehicle in extreme environments from cryogenic to hot gas temperatures.
You will share the team’s impact on all aspects of detailed mechanical design, requirements, layouts, analysis, component selection, modeling, drafting, manufacturing, and test definition. To be successful in this position, you will have proven skills in mechanical design, fluid/thermal analysis, structural analysis, material selection, manufacturing processes, engineering release, component/system development testing, and vendor/project management.
We are looking for someone beyond entry level engineer to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent
5+ years proven experience
Proven experience in the design of aerospace fluid or mechanical systems
Experience in 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred)
Experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools to analyze pressurized systems and secondary structures (ANSYS preferred)
Proficiency in crafting engineering drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
Proven understanding of fluid components such as valves, tubing, and pressurized hardware
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Experience with Project Management initiatives such as schedule maintenance and production and vendor management
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.
Preferred Qualifications:
Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent
Experience designing systems with Hydrogen, Oxygen, Methane and Nitrogen in liquid and/or gaseous states
Experience with thermo-fluid solver applications Thermal Desktop (Sinda Fluint), AFT (Fathom/Arrow), Excel-based models, REFPROP
Proven understanding of materials properties and treatments
Hands-on experience building and testing mechanical assemblies or pressurized components/systems
Solid understanding of fabrication, integration processes, and quality control techniques relevant to tubes, machined components, and welded hardware.
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20Other 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
Benefits
About Blue Origin
Similar Jobs





More Jobs at Blue Origin





More Aerospace & Defense Jobs

