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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.
As part of a diverse and hardworking team of engineers, you will perform testing of rocket engine hardware, sharing in your team's impact on all aspects of engineering in the development life cycle. Your daily responsibilities will include tasks such as coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to plan and execute liquid rocket engine testing at the component and integrated system level, develop and configure engine hot fire auto sequences, analyze test data, and support subsequent data reviews. Other tasks include generating test reports, and supporting engine requirements verification, as well as implementing opportunities for liquid rocket engine testing cadence improvement and supporting anomaly investigations as well as root cause analysis.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Qualifications:
Minimum of a B.S. degree in an engineering discipline (aerospace, mechanical, or physics desired)
2+ years of professional experience in a test environment
Strong understanding and ability to apply engineering fundamentals including thermodynamics and fluid mechanics
Familiarity with data analysis and data processing, including writing scripts in MATLAB or Python
Knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, and accelerometers
Ability to find simple, innovative solutions for difficult problems and to make critical decisions under pressure
Curiosity to understand rocket engines at a component and system level and desire to work in a cooperative, fast paced, and dynamic environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills
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 (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum
Desired:
M.S. or Ph.D. in an engineering discipline
Knowledge of engine components such as pumps, valves, regulators, check valves, as well as electric, pneumatic, and hydraulic valves, actuators, and other fluid system components
Familiarity with rocket propellants including cryogenics
Ability to read and interpret engineering standards and drawings
Willingness to travel to support on site testing
Compensation range for on site WA applicants is
$89,820---$125,748 USD
Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
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