Senior Propulsion Engineer

3 weeks ago


Huntsville, Alabama, United States Blue Origin Full time

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Propulsion Systems Engineer to join our team at Blue Origin. As a key member of our Engines business unit, you will be responsible for designing, developing, and testing engine fluid controls systems.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design and develop valve components, assemblies, and tools
  • Mentor and lead early career engineers in fluid control systems development
  • Collaborate with program leaders, systems engineers, and test groups to select architectures and solutions
  • Oversee testing of components and ensure compliance with design requirements
  • Help define and refine best practices for engine valves and mechanisms
  • Work with vendors to define requirements and manage supplier developments

Requirements

  • B.S. degree in engineering discipline (aerospace, mechanical, chemical, or physics desired)
  • 8+ years of professional engineering experience with valves, fluid control systems, and mechanisms
  • Strong technical fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis
  • Strong knowledge of hardware design processes and hardware fabrication techniques
  • Computer-aided design (CAD) experience
  • Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T)
  • Familiarity with data analysis and data processing
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in engineering discipline
  • Experience designing products for cryogenic fluids and high-pressure systems
  • Experience with Creo (Pro/E) Wildfire 5 or greater, and Windchill 10

Benefits

  • 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%
  • Education Support Program

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce.



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