Propulsion Engineer, Test/Flight - Engine Test, BE-3U

About the Role

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. As part of a diverse and hardworking team of engineers, you will support the design, analysis, and test of BE-3U engine hardware and fluid systems across the development and production life cycle. 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.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to develop test plans
• Perform steady-state and transient system analysis
• Support component and integrated engine testing
• Analyze test data and support Data Reviews and Test Readiness Reviews
• Generate test reports
• Support engine requirements verification
• Implement opportunities for design and test cadence improvement
• Support anomaly investigations and root cause analysis to drive corrective actions and hardware improvements

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in aerospace/mechanical engineering or physics
• 5+ years of experience in propulsion design, analysis, or test
• Strong understanding and ability to apply engineering fundamentals including thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, and structures
• Demonstrated familiarity with data analysis and data processing, including writing scripts in Python
• In-depth knowledge of engine components including turbopumps, combustion chambers, injectors, valves, regulators, check valves, and other high pressure and cryogenic fluid system components
• Strong knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, and accelerometers
• Strong understanding of cryogenic propellants including liquid hydrogen and liquid oxygen
• Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, and drawings
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, including requirements development and verification
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical work and mentor other engineers
• Proven track record to identify and handle risks in a sophisticated dynamic system
• Curiosity to understand rocket engines at a component and system level
• Desire to work in a cooperative, fast paced, and dynamic environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Willingness to travel to support on site testing
• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degree or higher in aerospace/mechanical engineering
• Experience with liquid rocket engine testing, other engines, or large component testing
• Working knowledge of rocket engine cycles, engine system operations, verification process, and risk management
• Experience taking a propulsion or fluid system design from concept through qualification
• Experience leading anomaly investigations and formal root cause analysis
• Experience in project planning and successful execution of projects to cost and schedule targets

Pay & Benefits

• Base Pay Range for WA applicants: $121,023.00 - $169,432.20 (other site ranges may differ)
• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Eligibility for benefits and bonuses dependent on role type and job level (subject to change and cancellation)

Schedule & Travel

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment