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Blue Origin · 4 days ago

Propulsion Engineer II - Launch Vehicle Engine MRO

Van Horn, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Blue Origin is dedicated to developing reusable and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Propulsion Engineer II will support the New Shepard Engines Flight Support Engineering team in engine maintenance, inspection, repair, and overhaul, ensuring all flight-critical maintenance is completed.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead all aspects of pre- and post-flight engine maintenance, inspection, repair, and overhaul

Interpret design engineering requirements to direct touch-labor technicians in the maintenance, inspection, and installation of flight engine hardware

Establish, implement, and maintain quality system processes that support engine products for flight operations

Directly support hardware assembly and installation for flight operations

Interface with Kent and Texas Engines engineers to organize and achieve outlined flight objectives

Maintain hardware documentation pedigree to support human capable flight

Assist with flight engine schedule estimations and execution

Use continuous improvement tools to reduce cycle inefficiencies and process waste

Support the development of test equipment and tooling to aid in the completion of test objectives

Identify opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings

Qualification

MRO experienceEngineering degreeCAD applicationsSafety best practicesPreventive maintenanceCommunication skillsAttention to detailTeam collaboration

Required

Minimum of a BS in Engineering required

Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, and drawings

2-5 years of direct manufacturing, test, flight, or MRO experience in aerospace or related industry with precision assembly requirements

Excellent attention to detail and strong task ownership

Familiarity with best practices regarding safety, the use of pneumatics, hydraulics, avionics, and hardware cleanliness

Desire to work hands-on, both independently and as part of a team, throughout the product life-cycle of our flight engines

Strong written and oral communication skills

Able to work safely on the floor in an aerospace production environment

Familiarity with CAD applications (ProE preferred)

Preferred

Experience with launch vehicle, rocket engine build and repair, aircraft MRO, or spacecraft maintenance, repair, and overhaul operations

Experience in developing, implementing, and managing predictive and preventive maintenance, inspection, and overhaul plans, as well as troubleshooting and providing technical support

Thorough understanding of preventative maintenance (PM), predictive maintenance (PdM), and corrective maintenance processes

Working knowledge of engines and subcomponents, such as turbopumps, combustion devices, valves, and other fluid components

Knowledge of systems engineering practices, hardware assembly processes, and quality control

Familiarity with common NDT and inspection methods, including visual, dye penetrant, ultrasound, x-ray, CT scan, Eddy Current, XRF scan

Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight

Hands-on experience with building engine assemblies and subassemblies for test