PROPULSION ENGINEER TURBOMACHINERY (I)

$75,510 - $105,714/Yr

Blue Origin - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Entry Level

Seattle, WA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We are committed to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. As a Propulsion Engineer specializing in Turbomachinery, you will play a crucial role in the development, production, manufacturing, and testing of rocket engines that will enable the next generation of space travel. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. You will be part of a diverse team of hardworking turbomachinery engineers, contributing to the improvement and enhancement of our products for space exploration. This role demands a highly motivated individual with a proven track record of delivery and a solid understanding of mechanical design fundamentals. You will be expected to design, build, test, and learn about rocket engine turbopump components in a fast-paced, growing team. If you are passionate about positively impacting safe human spaceflight, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and testing of rocket engine turbopump components.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams to enhance turbomachinery designs.
• Support the manufacturing process and ensure quality control of mechanical components.
• Analyze data to assess component health and performance.
• Participate in the design and implementation of mechanical systems for rocket engines.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering.
• Fundamental knowledge of mechanical component design and manufacturing.
• Solid understanding of mechanical design principles and proficiency in GD&T.
• Knowledge of hardware fabrication and quality control.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in multi-disciplinary and cross-functional teams.
• 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, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice-to-haves

• 1+ years of experience in aerospace or similar manufacturing environment with hands-on experience supporting a manufacturing shop floor, assembly area, or test facility.
• Experience with turbomachinery specific to rocket engine applications.
• Knowledge of cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility.
• Experience with CAD and/or FEA modeling for turbomachinery components.
• Understanding of rocket turbopump architecture and fluid dynamics.

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 and allow employees to share in company results.