Senior Cryogenic Pumps Designer for Space Exploration

2 days ago


Denver, Colorado, United States Blue Origin Full time

We're building sustainable infrastructure for transporting crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface, and we need your expertise to make it happen

About the Role

This position is part of Blue Origin's Lunar Transportation business unit, which develops Blue Moon lander product lines. As a Senior Positive Displacement Pump Engineer, you'll lead the design of clean sheet LH2 and LOX pumps for our Lunar Lander.

As a member of our team, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful integration and testing of the pumps. You'll also work closely with NASA and National Team Partners to meet the requirements of the HLS SLD program.

What You'll Do:
  • Design and develop clean sheet LH2 and LOX pumps for the Lunar Lander.
  • Collaborate with our team to integrate and test the pumps.
  • Work with NASA and National Team Partners to meet program requirements.
Who We're Looking For:
  • B.S. in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical, Engineering or related technical subject area.
  • 7+ years of experience in complete cryogenic pump design.
  • Professional experience designing components such as piston rings, check valves, drive linkages, and pump bodies in cryogenic fluids such as LOX, LH2, or LNG.
  • Experience in 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS preferred).
  • Proficiency in crafting engineering drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
  • Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills with ability to directly collaborate with external parties including government and commercial entities.
Salary:

$120,000 - $180,000 per year.

Join Our Team:

At Blue Origin, we're dedicated to making space travel accessible and affordable for everyone. We're a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety.

If you're passionate about space exploration and have the skills and experience required for this role, we encourage you to apply.



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