Fluids Engineer III

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. Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration heavy-lift launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to Earth’s orbit and beyond. Engineered with a reusable first stage and a seven-meter payload fairing, New Glenn is building the road to space

A level III Fluids Engineer is responsible for designing, analyzing and peer reviewing fluid systems across a wide variety of ground systems at Blue Origin.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead the design and assessment of fluid systems for aerospace ground applications, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and optimal functionality.
• Provide guidance for integrated fluid system architectures to ensure design is utilizing learned knowledge from prior projects, has properly vetted the available trade space, and is optimized based on the needs of the customer.
• Provide ROM cost and schedule for projects during proposal phase.
• Utilize AFT and Thermal Desktop to conduct comprehensive analysis and design for complex fluids systems.
• Establish and oversee workflow processes for rapid build, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and streamlined development of fluid systems.
• Conduct peer reviews of project work, providing valuable feedback and guidance to junior engineers to foster their professional growth and development.
• Support troubleshooting efforts and root cause analyses on related systems.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience with fluid systems in an aerospace or similar industry.
• Advanced knowledge of ASME B31.3 and/or ASME B31.12
• Proficient with fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer principles.
• Proven expertise in utilizing AFT Fathom and Arrow or similar tools for advanced analysis and design of Fluid systems.
• Proficient in Thermal Desktop for complex thermofluid analysis.
• Experience with proposals for large scale integrated fluid systems
• Familiar with orbital launch sites and engine test stands
• Familiar with Creo and Windchill
• Experience with CAD and fluid analysis software (CFD, FEA, etc.).
• In-depth knowledge of industry standards and codes related to fluid system design and qualification.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced engineering degree

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Benefits

Benefits include:  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.

Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

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

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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 work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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