Propulsion Engineer II - Turbomachinery (Weekend / Off-shift Focus)

Blue Origin - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Mid Level

Huntsville, AL

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Propulsion Engineer II - Turbomachinery position at Blue Origin focuses on supporting the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of rocket engines, specifically targeting weekend and off-shift schedules. This role is critical in advancing the next generation of human space travel and involves working closely with a diverse team to enhance turbomachinery systems for improved capability and reliability. The position requires a commitment to safety and quality in the context of space exploration, contributing to Blue Origin's mission of enabling millions of people to live and work in space.

Responsibilities

• Support the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of rocket engines.
• Own turbomachinery hardware throughout the entire product lifecycle.
• Design and refine turbomachinery systems to improve capability and reliability.
• Collaborate effectively on multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• Contribute to a culture of inclusion and maintain positive professional relationships.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• 2+ years proven track record of turbomachinery component design, development and/or test support.
• Fundamental knowledge of turbomachinery component design and manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles, including proficiency in GD&T and assessing fits and clearances.
• Knowledge of hardware fabrication and quality control.
• Ability to effectively collaborate on multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-haves

• M.S. or Ph.D. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Experience with turbomachinery specific to rocket engine applications.
• Experience with cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility.
• Hands-on experience supporting a manufacturing shop floor, assembly area, or test facility.
• CAD and/or FEA modeling experience designing turbomachinery components.
• Proficiency in data analysis and post-processing to assess component health.
• Fundamental understanding of rocket turbopump architecture and fluid dynamics.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• 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 weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Discretionary bonus based on individual contributions and company results