Senior Fluid Systems Engineer: Upper Stage

6 days ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin Full time

About Blue Origin

At Blue Origin, we are revolutionizing the space industry by developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. Our mission is to make humanity a multi-planetary species, and we're looking for talented individuals to join our team.

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Fluid Systems Design Engineer III: Upper Stage to lead the design, development, and testing of fluid systems for our upper stage rockets. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for designing and developing complex fluid systems, including pressurization, pneumatics, and propellant utilization.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop fluid component hardware to meet cost, performance, and schedule constraints.
  • Design and route complex fluid subsystems, including pressurization, pneumatics, and propellant utilization.
  • Create and own the development, acceptance, and qualification test activities for fluid systems.
  • Work with fluid components, including solenoid valves, pneumatic valves, regulators, pressure vessels, and instrumentation.
  • Collaborate with other teams to ensure fluid systems work together seamlessly, resolving issues efficiently while managing risk.
  • Develop and maintain project management skills, including supplier management, scheduling, and production interfacing.
  • Utilize 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs (ANSYS Preferred) to design and analyze fluid systems.
  • Deliver completed designs using best practices per ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards, along with clear and well-documented analysis reports.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of professional engineering experience with complex fluid systems.
  • Demonstrated experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle fluid system component design.
  • Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles in the detail design of aerospace or equivalent type fluid systems and components.
  • Solid understanding of fluid components, including valves, pressure vessels, flex elements, and fittings.
  • Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes, and quality control relative to tubes/piping and machined components.
  • Working knowledge of materials and treatments.
  • Experience diagnosing and fixing fluids hardware.
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
  • 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

  • Experience in a rapid and scrappy hardware development environment.
  • Experience with cryogenic systems (LOX and LH2).
  • Experience in designing for low-cost manufacturing.
  • Working knowledge of cryogenic material properties and testing.

Benefits

Blue Origin offers a comprehensive benefits package, including 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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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