Propulsion Test Engineer II
About The Position
This role is part of Blue Origin’s Engines business unit, which designs, develops, manufactures, and tests engines and propulsion systems. As a member of a small team of propulsion test engineers, the engineer supports hypergolic thruster test operations for launch vehicle programs across various spaceflight systems. The work includes test planning and execution, risk identification and mitigation, hardware integration, post-test inspections, data review, and thruster performance analysis. The role requires careful attention to safe and repeatable spaceflight operations. The position is based at Blue Origin’s West Texas Site in Van Horn, Texas. Eligible employees who can permanently relocate there may receive a living allowance and relocation assistance. Blue Origin states that applicants must meet specified U.S. citizenship or immigration-status requirements. Background checks may also apply, depending on the role profile. Benefits listed include medical, dental, and vision insurance; basic and supplemental life insurance; paid parental leave; short- and long-term disability; a 401(k) with company match; an Education Support Program; stock options for eligible regular employees; paid time off; and company-paid holidays. Other benefits or bonuses may depend on role type and job level and are not guaranteed.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of test experience.
- Experience executing test procedures.
- Demonstrated familiarity with data analysis.
- Ability to lead projects and work independently.
- Strong technical fundamentals in fluids and thermodynamics.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, and engineering drawings.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- 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
- M.S. degree or higher in mechanical or aerospace engineering with experimental lab experience.
- 2–4 years of propulsion test experience.
- Experience executing test procedures or operations for hypergolic engines or thrusters.
- Experience designing, fabricating, or operating fluid systems.
- Knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, silicon diodes, resistance temperature detectors, and accelerometers.
- Hands-on experience integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test.
- Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, Winplot, or other control, data acquisition, and reduction software.
- Familiarity with CAD applications; ProE or Creo preferred.
Responsibilities
- Support thruster test planning and execution, including procedure development, scheduling, and coordination with cross-functional teams.
- Identify, assess, and mitigate risks associated with hypergolic thruster test operations.
- Integrate thruster hardware and sub-assemblies for test campaigns, including hands-on assembly and inspection.
- Conduct post-test inspections and document findings to support hardware disposition and test readiness reviews.
- Review and analyze test data to evaluate thruster performance and identify trends, anomalies, or opportunities for improvement.
- Support thruster performance analysis and contribute to test reports, anomaly investigations, and lessons-learned documentation.
- Operate and maintain ground support equipment and fluid systems for test operations.
- Collaborate with engineers and technicians to improve test processes, procedures, and safety practices.
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 eligible regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
- Up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Living allowance for eligible employees who can permanently relocate to Van Horn, Texas
- Relocation assistance for eligible employees who can permanently relocate to Van Horn, Texas
- Potential role- and level-dependent benefits or bonuses; eligibility and amounts are not guaranteed
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
