Facility Mechanical Engineer II

About the role

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 Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations. As part of a small team, you will be responsible for designing, developing, constructing and activating Mechanical HVAC, Plumbing, Fire Protection other systems to support launch and manufacturing facility systems. This position is focused on mechanical facility development, construction, and activation. The Facilities Mechanical Systems Engineer II position will be located in Huntsville Alabama and will require periodic travel to Kent Washington, Alabama and Texas.

Responsibilities

• Develop mechanical systems requirements, performing flow down, and verification
• Manage mechanical design, analysis, and development of launch support facilities
• Support mechanical systems configuration development and trade studies
• Oversee launch pad mechanical system construction and activation, procuring components and materials; and managing vendor/subcontractor performance
• Create mechanical systems drawings, specifications, one-line diagrams and other documentation
• Prepare and review calculations loads for Mechanical Systems including HVAC, compressed air systems, etc.
• Plan and conduct mechanical systems facility shakedown and activation tests, and reviewing data
• Communicate and apply mission assurance principles throughout the organization
• Maintain and report on mechanical systems activity schedule, budget and technical status
• Coach, mentor and technically assist other engineers
• Identify opportunities for safety improvements and operational cost savings
• Experience developing and managing preventive maintenance plans and procedures
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, manufacturing fabrication and assembly processes, and quality control

Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience with complex facility design, operations and maintenance
• Experience leading and managing small- to medium-sized teams integrating multiple subsystems to meet a top level system requirement