Test (Fluid/Mechanical) Engineer III- Lunar Permanence

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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

As a Test Engineer working with a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will support the Lunar Permanence Integration & Test (I&T) team through development, acceptance, and qualification testing of flight hardware for the MK1 and MK2 Lunar Landers (https://www.blueorigin.com/blue-moon).

This is a hands-on position where you will apply broad multi-disciplinary engineering (fluids, thermal, mechanical, and electrical/electronic) knowledge, skills, and methods to positively impact safe human spaceflight. We are looking for someone with technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• TRAVEL: Expected 25% time traveling during test planning and probable travel of 75% during periods of integration and test at multiple offsite locations

• Relocation provided

• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Apply direct experience to fluids and/or thermal component and subsystem test planning and execution, which could include development, qualification, acceptance, performance, and environmental testing.

• Execute test procedures.

• Proficient with fluids instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems.

• Proficient in creation of Test Plans, Test Procedures, safety assessments, P&IDs, Wiring diagrams, and Test Reports.

• Design, procure, and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors during installation.

• Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing.

• Conduct test readiness reviews, pre- and post-test briefings, and post-test reviews.

• Coordinate with test team members and support equipment for testing.

• Identify and enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.

• Reduce, analyze, and archive test data.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!

• BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related technical discipline.

• 5+ years of relevant testing experience including valves, thermal control elements, power control elements, sensors, pneumatic/hydraulic fluids.

• Solid understanding of pumped fluid loops and thermal hardware such as pressurized systems, actuators, heat exchangers, radiators, etc.

• Experience with space vehicle component or subsystem testing including structural, vibe, acoustic, modal.

• Experience reading P&ID schematics/layout designs.

• Understand the Test Like You Fly assessment and exception process.

• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.

• Experience working collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environment.

• Ability to support shift-work as needed to meet customer demands

• A strong safety record.

• Demonstrate high standards in test operations and work cooperatively with a team of Integration Engineers, Responsible Engineers, and BLUE customers to ensure requirements are met.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aerospace flight hardware

• Established technical expertise in test stand design, operations, and maintenance

• Experience with vacuum chambers or vacuum applications

• Experience with power generation or control systems

• Experience utilizing space and industry standards such as MIL-STD-810, SMC-S-016, and MIL-STD-1540

• Experience executing component testing at rate

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