Propulsion Engineer III

5w1 month ago

Blue Origin

US · Full-time · $121,023 – $169,432

About this role

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We are seeking a talented and motivated Mid-Level Fluid Controls Engineer to join our passionate engine fluid controls team, with an eye toward growing into a project management leadership role.

In this position, you will own valve component designs from concept through qualification, applying strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis. You will examine non-conforming hardware, develop technical resolutions, and oversee component testing both standalone and within engine hot fire test environments.

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. You will coordinate development activities across program leaders, systems engineers, suppliers, and test groups, serving as a key integration point across teams.

This role is intentionally structured to prepare high-performing engineers for a project management career track within one of the most exciting aerospace companies in the world. You will take on increasing responsibility for coordinating development timelines, aligning cross-functional stakeholders, and mentoring junior engineers.

Requirements

Passion for our mission and vision is required
Strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis
Experience owning valve component and assembly designs from concept through qualification
Proficiency with CAD tools and GD&T practices for precise, manufacturable hardware designs
Ability to examine non-conforming hardware and develop effective technical resolutions
Experience coordinating development activities across cross-functional teams including program leaders, systems engineers, suppliers, and test groups
Demonstrated ability to manage project timelines and deliverables, tracking progress against milestones and mitigating risks
Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading stakeholder communication through design reviews and project status updates

Responsibilities

Own valve component and assembly designs from concept development through qualification, ensuring designs meet rigorous safety, reliability, and performance standards
Apply strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis to drive sound design decisions
Examine non-conforming hardware and develop effective technical resolutions in a timely manner
Oversee component testing, both standalone and within engine hot fire test environments, ensuring compliance with design requirements and goals
Utilize CAD tools and GD&T practices to develop precise, manufacturable hardware designs
Coordinate development activities across program leaders, systems engineers, suppliers, and test groups to align on architecture selections and design solutions
Manage project timelines and deliverables for assigned valve and mechanism development efforts, tracking progress against milestones and proactively identifying and mitigating schedule or technical risks
Lead stakeholder communication by preparing and presenting design status updates, technical reviews, and project health reports to program leadership

Benefits

Opportunity to work on reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems
Role intentionally structured to prepare high-performing engineers for a project management career track
Hands-on technical ownership with meaningful cross-functional coordination
Culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion
Work within the Blue Origin Engines business unit, powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight