Overview
Blue Origin is developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. We are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. This position is for a Fluid Distribution Subsystem Responsible Engineer/Technical Lead for the Fluids team supporting our pathfinding mission to the Moon. You will provide technical leadership to the team, mentor and train members, advise on technical approaches, and contribute to the complete life cycle of the system from definition, interfaces, conceptual design, detailed design, component development, assembly, verification, and operation. You will plan component schedules, manage risks and develop mitigation plans for hardware. You will work with internal and external suppliers to design, build, test, and analyze components for lunar missions. Bring your technical expertise, leadership, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission is required.
Responsibilities
- Provide technical leadership to the Fluids team across the life cycle of the Fluid Distribution subsystem: definition, interfaces, conceptual design, detailed design, component development, assembly, verification, and operation.
- Plan component schedules and manage risks with mitigation plans for hardware.
- Collaborate with internal and external suppliers to design, build, test, and analyze fluid components (e.g., valves, manifolds, regulators, pressure vessels, instrumentation).
- Mentor and train team members to develop capabilities within the group.
- Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
Qualifications
- B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject area.
- 8+ years of experience in fluids and mechanical systems/components.
- Experience developing, integrating and certifying aerospace systems for flight.
- Experience with fluid/gas components such as solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pressure vessels and instrumentation.
- Experience leading small teams and subcontractor teams to accomplish objectives.
- Ability to work effectively and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
- Familiar with either agile or waterfall project management.
- Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
- Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships.
Desired qualifications
- MS in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject area.
- Systems Engineering experience, specifically requirements and interface definition, management and verification.
- Cryogenic fluids experience.
- Experience with 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs (ANSYS preferred).
- Experience with upper stages and spacecraft.
- Experience with the entire life cycle of a propulsion and fluid system.
Compensation
Base pay range: $129,611.00/yr – $197,342.25/yr. Compensation ranges may differ by location. For CO applicants it is $129,611.00-$181,454.70; WA applicants $140,959.00-$197,342.25.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
- Paid time off: Up to four weeks per year plus up to 14 company-paid holidays.
- Discretionary bonus: Rewards individual contributions and allows employees to share in company results.
- Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of benefits.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a qualified and dedicated workforce. We hire and promote based on qualifications, performance, and abilities, and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other protected status. We will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in compliance with applicable laws. For more information, please refer to Know Your Rights and related notices.
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