Rocket Propulsion Engineer

3 weeks ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Propulsion Analyst II to join our Engines System Analysis Team at Blue Origin. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for performing advanced analysis of rocket engine systems, supporting rocket engine testing, and interacting with Chief Engineers and component owners.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform analyses and build steady state and transient analytic models of engines and other test articles to predict how they operate.
  • Provide guidance and mentoring of junior engineers and help support the development of processes and tools in Python and Matlab.
  • Work collaboratively to solve problems while owning independent projects to completion.
  • Develop and maintain advanced lumped parameter models to define test sequences, predict test behavior, and ensure engine performance meets requirements.
Requirements
  • Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
  • At least 2+ years of engineering experience (level commensurate upon experience).
  • Experience in modeling complex fluid systems and understanding of numerical solvers and methods.
  • Strong understanding and ability to apply engineering fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and power systems.
  • Proficient in programming and knowledge of at least one programming/scripting language (Python/MATLAB/Fortran/etc.).
  • Shown familiarity with data analysis and anchoring models to test data.
Preferred Qualifications
  • M.S. degree or higher.
  • Knowledge of ROCETS, NPSS, GFSSP, Thermal-Desktop, or an equivalent system modeling software package.
  • Knowledge of Fortran, Python, and Matlab.
  • Demonstrated experience with modeling pump-fed liquid rocket engine systems.
  • Experience in cryogenic propellants.
About Blue Origin

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.



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