Engineer - Propulsion III

$111,690 - $156,366/Yr

Blue Origin - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Seattle, WA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Engineer - Propulsion III position at Blue Origin involves designing, developing, and testing propulsion valves and fluid system components for liquid rocket engines. This role is crucial in supporting the company's mission to enable safe and cost-effective space exploration. The position requires a commitment to safety and collaboration within a diverse team, contributing to the advancement of spaceflight technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and participate in the entire design cycle of valves and fluid system components including supporting requirements and verification definition, conceptual and detailed design, thermo-fluid modeling, structural analysis, development testing, and qualification.
• Generate component and assembly drawings with the application of GD&T per ASME Y14.5.
• Create documentation for assembly and testing of development and flight hardware.
• Participate in fluid component and subsystem level testing including planning, execution, data reduction, and analysis.
• Lead and support the development of project development plans, schedules, and cost estimates across all phases of a program.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering.
• 5+ years of direct design and development experience in fluid and mechanical components in the liquid propulsion industry, or similar.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred).
• Expert in GD&T application and analysis (ASME Y14.5).
• Knowledge in the use of FEA analysis tools (ANSYS preferred).
• Detailed knowledge of fluid components such as valves, regulators, and fittings.
• Experience with leak and flow testing of hardware using cryogenic fluids and high-pressure gases.
• Knowledge of fabrication and quality control relative to various manufacturing processes.
• Working knowledge of materials and special processes.
• 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

• Familiar with ASME Y14.100 and Y14.41.
• M.S. in an engineering discipline or higher.
• Experience with Creo (Pro/E) Wildfire 5 or greater, Windchill 10.
• Strong technical fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis.
• Strong knowledge of hardware design processes, and hardware fabrication techniques, related to valves.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
• Opportunities for professional development and growth within the company.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.