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Blue Origin · 10 hours ago

Propulsion Engineer III - Valves and Ignition

Greater Seattle Area

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$121K/yr - $169K/yr

5+ years exp

Blue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems for the benefit of Earth. The Propulsion Engineer III will focus on the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of valves and ignition systems for rocket engines, ensuring design improvements and manufacturability in a flight production environment.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Develop valves and ignition systems for Blue Thrusters

Drive design for manufacturability improvements and update assembly procedures for flight engines identified through root cause analyses, engine manufacturing, testing, and cost reduction opportunities

Detail and release changes within the CAD model/drawings using appropriate configuration management processes

Qualification

3D CADComponent designGD&T implementationConfiguration managementAerospace materials knowledgeCryogenic fluids experienceProduction quality managementCommunication skillsTeam collaboration

Required

5+ years of proven experience with component design, fabrication, build, and assembly

Experience examining, and providing resolutions for, non-conforming hardware

Proficiency in 3D CAD and configuration management (Creo Parametric and Windchill PLM preferred)

Knowledgeable with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5)

Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization

B.S. degree or higher in an Engineering discipline

Preferred

Experience with design, production, and assembly in disciplines such as: propulsion, aircraft, spacecraft, oil & gas, automotive, naval, nuclear, or heavy equipment

Knowledge of aerospace materials, treatments, and manufacturing methods

Experience with cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility

Experience with production quality management systems

Experience transitioning products from development to production