Fluid and Propulsion Responsible Engineer 3 - Human Rated Crewed Lunar Lander

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

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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

You will work directly with NASA as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) program. You will play a key role in developing the MK2 Crewed Lunar Lander that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.

This role applies engineering techniques to design, install, modify, analyze, repair and test fluid systems. Development, release, and support of engineering artifacts across the development cycle to support hardware fabrication, assembly, verification, test and operations. Implements operating procedures, resolves system malfunctions, and provide technical information. Collaborate with suppliers to deliver; customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data to evaluate the feasibility, cost, and maintenance requirements of designs or applications.

You will design and build portions of the fluids & propulsion systems for the MK2 Crew Lander including tubing and mounting hardware. Your work will include full ownership of CAD models and coordinating analysis and manufacturing development efforts through the complete life cycle of the system from conceptual design, detailed design, component development, assembly, verification, and operation.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Serve as the primary engineering point of contact between the Mk2 RCS pressurant team and production for assigned hardware and build areas
• Generate CAD models for hypergolic and/or helium fluid system hardware
• Generate model based design for engineering artifact release
• Leading design for manufacturability efforts for fluid component assemblies
• Document and disposition nonconformances against drawings, specifications, and work instructions (use-as-is, rework, repair, or scrap), with supporting engineering analysis such as tolerance stacks, first-order fluid and thermal calculations, structural hand calculations, and review of non-destructive test results
• Lead root cause investigations of vehicle and hardware discrepancies, and own the implementation of corrective and preventive actions, including supplier corrective action requests when needed
• Support fluid system checkout activities such as leak checks, proof and functional testing, cleanliness verification, and torque and installation verification
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to deliver the required verification artifacts to support vehicle certification. 

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field
• 5+ years of experience designing hypergolic and/or helium system tubes and fluid components
• Experience generating 3D models and drawings in Creo for complex fluid hardware
• Hands-on experience supporting production or assembly operations on the manufacturing floor
• Experience with engineering change management, nonconformance documentation, and material review board processes
• Experience interpreting P&IDs, model based engineering drawings, and specifications for fluid system hardware
• Working knowledge of ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerancing
• Ability to perform first-order engineering analysis (tolerance stacks, fluid calculations, structural hand calculations) to support timely dispositions
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of collaboration and 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.

Desired:

• Experience with high-pressure gas, helium, or hypergolic propellant systems
• Experience supporting spacecraft, launch vehicle, or human-rated vehicle production
• Knowledge of standard fabrication and installation methods for tubing, fittings, fluid components, and pressure vessels (e.g., tube bending, welding, brazing, torque, leak testing)
• Experience with structured root cause analysis methods
• Experience with manufacturing execution or work order management systems

• Advanced engineering degree

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture 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 an 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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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