GS2 Engine integration lead

BLUE ORIGIN • Denver, WA

1d • $121,023 - $169,432

About The Position

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will be responsible for integrating the Liquid rocket engine with the GS2 vehicle, with a focus on fluid systems, structural interfaces, and interface control documentation (ICD) and specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in propulsion, launch vehicle, or complex aerospace system integration.
• Experience with fluid systems (cryogenic propellants, pressurization, or pneumatic systems) and structural interfaces in propulsion or vehicle applications.
• Demonstrated experience creating and managing ICDs, requirements, or specifications for complex hardware.
• Proficiency with engineering tools for CAD, drawings, and requirements management (e.g., Creo/Windchill, DOORS/Jama, or equivalent).
• Experience working in multi‑disciplinary teams and driving closure on interface issues across organizations.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience integrating rocket engines with launch vehicle stages or similar propulsion–structure systems.
• Hands‑on experience with cryogenic oxygen and hydrogen systems, including ground test or flight hardware.
• Experience with structural loads, dynamic environments, and test‑correlation for engine or stage attachments.
• Experience in configuration management and formal change processes for ICDs and specifications.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical integration of the engine to the GS2 stage, including all fluid and structural interfaces.
• Define, develop, and maintain engine–vehicle Interface Control Documents (ICDs), ensuring alignment across BE‑3U and GS2 stakeholders.
• Develop and manage system- and subsystem-level specifications for BE‑3U/GS2 interfaces (fluid, structural, electrical, and avionics as needed).
• Lead the design and integration of fluid interfaces (propellant, pressurization, purge, vent, and drain) between engine and stage, including line routing, manifolds, and valves.
• Coordinate loads, environments, and interface requirements with analysis teams (structures, dynamics, thermal, and fluids) and incorporate results into ICDs and specs.
• Support test planning and test execution for BE‑3U/GS2 integrated testing (component, subsystem, and system-level), including test configurations and data review.
• Drive resolution of interface and design changes via structured change control, including updates to ICDs, specs, and configuration baselines.
• Provide clear technical communication (presentations, review packages, and trade studies) to leadership and cross‑functional teams.

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%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior