Ground System Fluid Mechanical Design Engineer Sr.

BLUE ORIGIN•Seattle, WA

4d•$145,188 - $203,263•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is part of the New Shepard program. New Shepard is a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Kármán line – the internationally recognized boundary of space. Through operational reusability, New Shepard supports our mission of lowering the cost of access to space. As part of a hardworking team of engineers and technical project managers you will lead the development of new ground test systems for space exploration! As a Ground System Fluid Mechanical Engineer III, you will be pivotal in designing and building world-class systems that combine multiple subsystems for propulsion testing operations. Your expertise will ensure flawless execution and safety in our ambitious projects. As part of a dynamic and dedicated team of Mechanical and Fluid Engineers, you will play a crucial role in developing systems to test rocket engines and space flight vehicles. You will contribute significantly to all aspects of test stand design. Your responsibilities will include designing fluid and structural systems for test facilities, coordinating with suppliers, and overseeing the construction, installation, and commissioning of new test facilities. Van Horn Specific information: Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee’s additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee’s ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical engineering, Aerospace engineering, or related field
8+ years of experience in fluid systems, mechanical systems, or test operations
Extensive experience guiding the creation of complex engineering systems
Advanced knowledge of fluid mechanics, structural analysis, and system integration
In-depth knowledge of industry standards including ASME B31.3, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC), IEST-STD-CC1246, State and Federal regulations, and other aerospace fluids related specifications.
Extensive knowledge designing and operating cryogenic and pneumatic fluid systems (GN2, GHe, GOX, GH2, LH2, LOX, LN2)
Proven track record of successfully leading technical teams to deliver complex projects to completion.
Experience conducting and leading build reviews
Solid grasp of risk control in hazardous operations
Willingness to learn
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excellent judgement and comfortable making high-quality and high-velocity decisions

Nice To Haves

Experience with crafting coordinated systems using PTC Creo, AutoCAD, and advanced analysis software
Extensive knowledge of vacuum systems for aerospace applications
Demonstrated experience with monopropellant and hypergolic propulsion system testing
Skilled in establishing test criteria and procedures for hazardous operations
History of improving technical processes and methodologies
Experience mentoring and developing engineering talent

Responsibilities

Guide and develop new test systems that incorporate various subsystems
Serve as systems architect for complex ground test operations
Coordinate design reviews for test systems
Manage suppliers, coordinating cost, schedule, and technical design requirements.
Mentor engineers, providing technical guidance and career development
Drive technical decisions for complex propellant and vacuum systems
Collaborate with program management to align technical solutions with program requirements
Lead hazard assessments and risk mitigation strategies for test operations.
Conduct Process Hazard Analysis activities for fluid systems (HAZOP).
Collaborate with senior leadership on strategic technical planning