Blue Origin

Lunar Lander Fluids Testbed Engineer III

Blue Origin$110K — $130K *
Aerospace & Defense
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline
  • 5+ years of experience in fluids, pneumatic, or cryogenic systems
  • Expertise in fluid analysis and piping design
  • Knowledge of fluid system components like valves and pumps
  • Experience with installation and fabrication methods for piping systems
  • Familiarity with facility instrumentation and data acquisition systems
  • Strong verbal, written, and graphical communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design of high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems
  • Develop mechanical test fixtures and structural supports
  • Conduct Process Hazard Analysis (HAZOP) for fluid systems
  • Manage supplier coordination covering cost, schedule, and technical requirements
  • Prepare comprehensive project plans with budget and schedules
  • Coordinate with customers to clarify project scope and requirements
  • Mentor less experienced engineers and perform peer reviews

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) plan with up to 5% company match
  • Education Support Program
  • Stock Options for eligible employees
  • Up to four weeks of paid time off plus up to 14 company holidays
  • Eligibility for discretionary bonuses based on individual contributions
Full Job Description
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

This role is for a Fluids Test Engineer within the Integration and Test team, supporting our mission to return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.

Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Travel:
  • Travel up to 25% during surge periods of integration and test to multiple offsite locations.


Responsibilities include but not limited to:
  • Lead and own the design of high-pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems, including developing process architecture and layout.
  • Design and develop mechanical test fixtures and structural supports.
  • Conduct Process Hazard Analysis activities for fluid systems (HAZOP).
  • Manage suppliers, coordinating cost, schedule, and technical design requirements.
  • Prepare comprehensive project plans including budget, schedule, and work breakdown structures.
  • Coordinate with customers to refine project scope and requirements.
  • Mentor newer engineers and perform peer reviews as appropriate based on experience level.


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
  • BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline
  • 5+ years of fluids, pneumatic, or cryogenic or similar experience
  • Demonstrated expertise in fluid analysis and piping design, including process component selection and fluid system architecture.
  • In-depth knowledge of fluid system components (e.g., valves, regulators, and pumps for cryogenics, propellants, and other fluids).
  • Practical knowledge of standard installation and fabrication methods for piping systems (pipe stock, fittings, connections, fasteners, welding, etc.).
  • Experience with facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control System setup and operation
  • Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
  • Experience working collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment


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.

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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