Fluids Test Engineer III - Lunar Permanence

BLUE ORIGIN•West Melbourne, FL

21h

About The Position

The Fluids Test Engineer is part of Blue Origin’s Lunar Permanence business unit and System Test team, supporting development and testing of Blue Moon lunar landers and related products. The role contributes to Blue Origin’s mission to return humans to the Moon and establish a lasting human presence beyond Earth. The work supports development of lunar transportation infrastructure and capabilities including the BE-7 landing engine, precision landing sensors, and integrated power and propulsion architecture. The engineer plans and conducts vehicle-level development, test-bed, and qualification testing for fluid and thermal systems. The role leads test operations, coordinates crews and customers, supports test equipment and configurations, analyzes test data, and helps ensure testing verifies system requirements and is conducted safely. The position is primarily on first shift, with the ability to work multiple shifts, weekends, and extended hours during critical test operations. Travel up to 25% may be required during surge periods for integration and testing at offsite locations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related technical discipline.
At least 5 years of fluids, pneumatic, cryogenic, or similar experience.
Understanding of P&IDs, pressure systems, and associated ground support equipment (GSE).
Understanding of the Test Like You Fly assessment and exception process.
Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
Experience working collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted to the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

Experience with space vehicle testing, including fluids, thermal, leak, and proof testing.
Experience participating in NASA technical reviews.
Experience with facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control System setup and operation.
Experience with hazardous commodity operations involving H2, O2, N2, or He.
Experience with Python or another scripting language.

Responsibilities

Develop test plans and procedures for vehicle-level development, test beds, and qualification testing.
Lead daily test operations, operate test consoles, direct technician work, and coordinate with internal and external customers.
Work with design and systems engineers to plan tests of vehicle fluid and thermal systems and ensure tests verify appropriate requirements.
Design, procure, and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors.
Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing.
Reduce, analyze, and archive test data to support verification tasks.
Perform root cause analysis, system hazard analysis, and failure investigations.
Identify opportunities for safety improvements and demonstrate resourcefulness.
Interact frequently and transparently with customers on challenging technical issues.
Work independently to determine and develop approaches to solutions.
Participate in test readiness reviews, pre- and post-test briefings, and post-test reviews.
Assist with procedural redlines and updates during test campaigns.
Coordinate test crews, support equipment, and vehicle configurations for testing.
Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
Paid time off of up to four weeks per year, based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Depending on role type and job level, possible benefits and bonuses tied to individual contributions, company results, or other factors