Turbomachinery Project Engineer

2 days ago

Huntsville, Alabama, United States Blue Origin Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Turbomachinery Project Engineer to join our team at Blue Origin. As a key member of our Engines business unit, you will be responsible for the design, development, and testing of engines and propulsion systems for our next-generation rockets.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and manage project schedules and budgets to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of hardware
  • Coordinate with procurement, internal and external manufacturing to ensure that hardware priorities are well understood and actively managed to support the need dates
  • Identify schedule-critical hardware, equipment, people, and facilities; resolve constraints
  • Develop recovery strategies when non-conformances or other escapes are identified
  • Identify risks and develop mitigation plans
  • Coordinate configuration changes with upstream and downstream stakeholders
  • Assess programmatic impact of configuration change requests
  • Create and manage line of balance for hardware and key equipment to support upcoming builds
  • Partner with manufacturing engineering and contribute to development of detailed procedures
  • Respond to unexpected changes to ensure integration activities stay on schedule, on budget, and are completed with high-quality and documented build pedigree
  • Lead Pre-ship reviews, ensuring hardware and software/firmware readiness prior to shipment
Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (or other technical field)
  • 5+ years of experience in Turbomachinery or liquid fueled rocket engines
  • 2+ years of experience in design, development, integration, or testing of Hardware in a Fast-Paced Demanding environment
  • Possess high attention to detail and strong organizational/coordination skills
  • Strong knack for troubleshooting and quick thinking to keep the project moving forward
  • Demonstrated ability to build trusting and effective working relationships that improve team performance and deliver results
  • Working knowledge of configuration management principles and practices
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated some technical understanding of rocket engines and test facilities
  • Experience integrating subsystems into a larger vehicle (ie. spacecraft, launch vehicle, test facility or a automotive)
  • Experience implementing, customizing or improving configuration management systems in a development engineering environment
  • Experience leading a small technical team
  • Experience with Primavera P6, Microsoft Project, or other GANTT-style project management tools
  • Experience in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) and Cost Targets
Benefits

We offer 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.

We also offer paid time off, including up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

About Blue Origin

Blue Origin is a privately funded aerospace manufacturer and spaceflight services company founded by Jeff Bezos. Our mission is to make humanity a multi-planetary species and to enable a future where millions of people live and work in space.

We are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply.

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