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Blue Origin · 9 hours ago

Fluid Systems & Propulsion Engineer I – Early Career (2026 Starts)

Van Horn, TX

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$81K/yr - $114K/yr

0+ years exp

Blue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. The role of Fluid Systems & Propulsion Engineer I is designed for early career engineers to engage in projects involving applied fluid and mechanical engineering, contributing to the future of space exploration.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Your projects may include many aspects of applied fluid / mechanical engineering including design, analysis and test of fluid components and systems, propulsion systems and mechanical systems

The projects will include the integration of materials and processes, manufacturing, systems test, operations, and systems engineering

Specific duties are subject to our business unit objectives

Qualification

Mechanical EngineeringAerospace EngineeringFluid MechanicsThermodynamicsFinite Element Analysis3D CAD ProgramsGD&T (ASME Y14.5)Low-pressure Fluid SystemsLeadership QualitiesTeam CollaborationAdaptabilitySelf-driven

Required

Minimum of a BS degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics or other relevant engineering field

Will have earned their degree within the last year and able to start by Fall 2026

Strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis

Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion

Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs

Flexible and adaptable mindset

Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction

Preferred

M.S. degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering or other relevant engineering field

Experience in one or more of the following areas:

GD&T (ASME Y14.5)

3D CAD Programs

Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

Low-pressure fluid systems (fans, ducting, heat exchangers, capillary pumps, etc.), valves, manifolds, fittings, tubing, seals, or other fluid systems

Thermodynamics, fluid flow, or heat transfer analysis

Safety assessment and operation of pressurized test hardware

Machining, building, and maintaining pressurized or mechanical systems