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Fluid Systems Operations Engineer II

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Blue Origin

Blue Origin

5,001-10,000 employees

Commercial space tourism and suborbital flights

Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$89.8k - $125.7kAnnually

+ Discretionary Bonus

Junior, Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Seattle, WA, USA + 1 more

More locations: Van Horn, TX, USA

Job can be based in Kent, WA with travel to Texas or based 100% in Van Horn, TX with occasional travel to Kent, WA.

Category
Propulsion
Space & Rocket Engineering
Aerospace Engineering
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering or equivalent.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience, as described below.
  • Experience with operating and diagnosing fluids systems and hardware.
  • Working knowledge of fluid systems and components such as valves, filters, regulators, fittings, and sensors.
  • Aptitude to develop deep, system-level knowledge.
  • Able to remain composed and focused while working in a dynamic environment on launch days.
  • Capacity to identify and resolve discrepancies/anomalies while performing Engineering Back Room (EBR) role.
  • Hands-on experience with pneumatic and/or cryogenic component and system level testing with a strong safety record.
  • Strong coordination and project management skills, in order to track, manage and prioritize multiple simultaneous tasks.
  • Excellent digital literacy with the ability to rapidly learn and use a variety of software tools as needed.
  • Proven familiarity with data reduction and analysis.
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills that foster positive professional relationships.
  • Passion for spaceflight and space exploration.
  • 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.
Responsibilities
  • Provide technical expertise on the pneumatics and cryogenic propellant subsystems of the New Shepard vehicle and related ground support equipment (GSE).
  • Perform real-time engineering support during launch operations.
  • Support maintenance activities for New Shepard as required leading up to a launch.
  • Disposition and investigate root cause of vehicle discrepancies.
  • Support vehicle managers in assessing technical risk for readiness leading into a launch.
  • Perform post-flight data reviews and tracking of all resulting anomalies.
  • Author processes and procedures for launch operations as well as maintenance activities.
  • Support integrated hardware testing.

Blue Origin focuses on making space travel accessible through suborbital space tourism. The company offers unique experiences where passengers can travel to the edge of space aboard its reusable rocket, New Shepard. This rocket takes passengers on an 11-minute journey, allowing them to experience a few minutes of weightlessness and enjoy stunning views of Earth from over 100 kilometers above. Blue Origin generates revenue by selling premium tickets for these flights, targeting affluent individuals and space enthusiasts. Unlike many competitors, Blue Origin not only provides space tourism but is also developing advanced rocket engines and technologies for potential sales to other aerospace companies and government agencies. The company's goal is to lead in the commercial spaceflight market while expanding into lunar landers and other space exploration technologies.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$221.7M

Headquarters

Kent, Washington

Founded

2000

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

12%

2 year growth

33%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Successful missions like NS-25 and historic flights with figures like Ed Dwight enhance Blue Origin's brand and public appeal.
  • The company's involvement in NASA's Artemis Moon missions and development of the Orbital Reef space station opens up lucrative government contracts and partnerships.
  • Blue Origin's reusable rocket technology reduces costs and increases the frequency of spaceflights, making space tourism more accessible over time.

What critics are saying

  • The high cost of space tourism tickets limits the market to affluent individuals, potentially slowing growth.
  • Intense competition from companies like SpaceX and emerging startups could erode Blue Origin's market share.

What makes Blue Origin unique

  • Blue Origin's focus on suborbital space tourism with reusable rockets like New Shepard sets it apart from competitors primarily targeting orbital missions.
  • The company's strong backing by Jeff Bezos provides significant financial stability and credibility in the emerging space tourism market.
  • Blue Origin's development of advanced space technologies, such as the Blue Moon lunar lander and Orbital Reef space station, diversifies its revenue streams beyond just space tourism.

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Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k

PTO

Relocation

Education Support Program

Dog friendly

Bundled insurance rates

Company paid life & disability