Propulsion Engineer II - BE-7 Engine Integration

BLUE ORIGIN • Spokane, WA

9d • $99,201 - $138,880

About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight. As a Propulsion Engineer you will join other passionate and accomplished experts to deliver technically mature the BE-7 Lunar Lander Engine. The group’s scope encompasses the entire product lifecycle, from initial requirements to final delivery. Our overarching goal is facilitating design evolution and production at rate. Your team will provide new or revised design releases for a variety of primary/secondary structures, heat exchangers, gimbal joints, flexible elements, insulation, and pressurized cryogenic fluid systems. Work will incorporate knowledge from test campaigns, and builds, at multiple Blue Origin Sites and will support hardware non-conformances and root cause analysis for these same efforts. In this role you will partner with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, Technicians, and other Propulsion Engineers from adjacent groups. Here you will exercise your technical judgement to inform solutions for development and manufacturing, optimally balancing risk and design, in support of all Blue Origin programs. You will also hone your leadership skills by mentoring, training, and collaborating with peers on various assignments. Successful candidates will possess an attention to detail, the ability to balance multiple technical challenges, a demonstrated knowledge of engineering releases, configuration management, and strong fundamentals of mechanical engineering design using advanced materials and manufacturing processes. We are looking for someone who supports our commitment to innovation, safety, and inclusion to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

• B.S. degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent.
• 2+ years proven experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle component/assembly design, manufacturing, and test.
• Strong mechanical design skills, including initial sizing/analysis/calculations.
• Proficiency in CAD and large assembly model management and configuration (Creo Parametric and Windchill PLM preferred).
• Proficiency with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5).
• Working knowledge of aerospace materials, treatments and manufacturing.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with design, production, and assembly in disciplines such as: rocket engines, jet propulsion, aircraft, spacecraft, oil & gas, automotive, naval, nuclear, or heavy equipment.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, treatments, and manufacturing methods.
• Continuous improvement process experience (DMAIC, PDSA, etc.)
• Experience with cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility.
• Experience with production quality management systems.
• Experience transitioning products from development to production.

Responsibilities

• Provide new or revised design releases for a variety of primary/secondary structures, heat exchangers, gimbal joints, flexible elements, insulation, and pressurized cryogenic fluid systems.
• Incorporate knowledge from test campaigns, and builds, at multiple Blue Origin Sites.
• Support hardware non-conformances and root cause analysis.
• Partner with Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, Technicians, and other Propulsion Engineers from adjacent groups.
• Exercise technical judgement to inform solutions for development and manufacturing, optimally balancing risk and design, in support of all Blue Origin programs.
• Hone leadership skills by mentoring, training, and collaborating with peers on various assignments.

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: Mid Level