Test (Fluid/Mechanical) Engineer III- Lunar Permanence

BLUE ORIGIN • Seattle, WA

81d • $117,498 - $164,497

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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As a Test Engineer working with a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will support the Lunar Permanence Integration & Test (I&T) team through development, acceptance, and qualification testing of flight hardware for the core components of the Lunar Vehicles. This is a hands-on position where you will apply broad multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge, skills, and methods to positively impact safe human spaceflight. We are looking for someone with technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Requirements

• BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant testing experience including valves, thermal control elements, power control elements, sensors, pneumatic/hydraulic fluids, or electrochemical hardware.
• Experience with fuel cell design and testing.
• Experience reading P&ID schematics/layout designs along with implementing into facility design and construction.
• Experience with space vehicle component or subsystem testing including structural, vibe, acoustic, modal.
• Understand the Test Like You Fly assessment and exception process.
• Solid understanding of pumped fluid loops and thermal hardware such as pressurized systems, actuators, heat exchangers, radiators, etc.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Experience working collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.
• Ability to support shift-work as needed to meet customer demands.
• A strong safety record.
• Demonstrate high standards in test operations and work cooperatively with a team of Integration Engineers, Responsible Engineers, and BLUE customers to ensure requirements are met.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with aerospace flight hardware.
• Established technical expertise in test stand design, operations, and maintenance.
• Experience with vacuum chambers or vacuum applications.
• Experience with power generation or control systems.
• Experience utilizing space and industry standards such as MIL-STD-810, SMC-S-016, and MIL-STD-1540.
• Experience executing component testing at rate.
• Instrumentation and controls, and data acquisition systems experience, with preference towards National Instruments hardware.
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication and integration processes, and quality control.
• Understanding/experience with hazardous operations and design for system safety.
• Strong Project Management skills to include budgeting and schedule development.
• Experience with 3D CAD tools, LabView, MATLAB, and data management.

Responsibilities

• Apply direct experience to fluids, thermal, and electrochemical component and subsystem test planning and execution, which could include development, qualification, acceptance, performance, and environmental testing.
• Execute test procedures.
• Proficient with fluids instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems.
• Proficient in creation of Test Plans, Test Procedures, safety assessments, P&IDs, Wiring diagrams, and Test Reports.
• Design, procure, and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors during installation.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing.
• Conduct test readiness reviews, pre- and post-test briefings, and post-test reviews.
• Coordinate with test team members and support equipment for testing.
• Identify and enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.
• Reduce, analyze, and archive test data.

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%.
• Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Discretionary bonus designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees