Blue Origin · 12 hours ago
Fluid Systems Engineer III - Advanced Upper Stage
Denver, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$111K/yr - $155K/yr
5+ years expBlue Origin is a company envisioning millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. They are seeking a Fluid Systems Engineer III to support the development and operations of the New Glenn heavy-lift launch vehicle, focusing on the design and delivery of flight hardware for its advanced upper stage. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams to ensure the delivery of cost-effective and functional fluid systems.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
You will ensure complete definition (requirements) of the components and/or system
You will guide or complete the design and analysis of your components and/or system
For in-house components, you will own the design and development
For procured components, you will work with suppliers or other Blue Origin groups to identify and procure components
You will lead testing and verification including development, qualification, and acceptance testing
You will manage the project plans including cost, schedule, and risk management to ensure timely delivery
You will lead the team delivering your components, including cross-functional contributors as an integral part of the team
You may mentor other designers, perform technical peer reviews, and or check drawings
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field
5 years of experience in an aerospace propulsion or fluid subject area
Experience in 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred)
Experience in Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools to analyze pressurized systems and secondary structures (ANSYS preferred)
Experience with analysis of flow through components or systems
Proven understanding of aerospace materials and treatments
Experience in design, fabrication and testing of components for launch vehicle or ground support systems
Experience generating and interpreting Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Knowledge of propulsion and fluid system components (i.e. valves, regulators, pressure vessels)
Experience with the design and development of seals
Experience designing and analyzing bolted joints
Preferred
8+ years' experience
Experience with launch vehicles, launch vehicle upper stages, spacecraft, or satellites
Experience in all phases of the product development cycle from definition through operation
Experience with cryogenic fluids including liquid Oxygen and Hydrogen
Hardware procurement and prototyping experience
Advanced engineering degree
Benefits
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%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
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