Propulsion Engineer II - Turbomachinery

Blue Origin - Huntsville, AL

Full-time - Entry Level

Huntsville, AL

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The position at Blue Origin involves providing sustaining engineering support for the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of rocket engines and propulsion systems. This role is critical in supporting the next generation of human space travel and aims to lower the cost of access to space. The position is based in Huntsville, AL, and is part of a diverse team committed to safety and collaboration in the field of space exploration.

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 safety and inclusion.

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 earn trust and maintain positive relationships.

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.

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
• Up to four weeks paid time off per year
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Discretionary bonuses based on individual contributions.