Propulsion Engineer - Blue Thrusters (Level II)

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

In this role you will exercise your technical judgement in partnership with other Propulsion Engineers and adjacent stakeholders to inform solutions for design, development, and testing of thruster products in support of multiple Blue Origin programs.  You will work both collaboratively and independently across the entire lifecycle of your products, and provide a balanced perspective on execution, risk, performance, and cost.

Successful candidates will possess an attention to detail, the ability to balance multiple technical challenges, and strong engineering fundamentals in areas such as mechanical design, fluids, combustion, materials, testing, and manufacturing.  We are looking for someone who supports our commitment to innovation, safety, and inclusion to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of proven experience with component design, build, assembly, and test.
• Experience with moderate-fidelity design, analysis, and material tasks.
• Experience with planning for build or test workflows.
• Experience examining, and providing resolutions for, non-conforming hardware.
• Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization.
• B.S. degree or higher in an Engineering discipline.

Desired:

• Experience with design, production, and assembly in disciplines such as: propulsion, aircraft, spacecraft, oil & gas, automotive, naval, or nuclear.
• Knowledge of aerospace materials, treatments, and manufacturing methods.
• Experience with cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility.
• Experience with production quality management systems.
• Experience transitioning products from development to production.

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include:  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%, and an Education Support Program.

• Paid