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

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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 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.

Job Family:Propulsion Engineering |
Discipline:Engine Integration
Location:Renton, WA or Huntsville, AL

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. Your daily responsibilities will include coordinating with a multidisciplinary team to develop test plans, performing steady-state and transient system analysis, supporting component and integrated engine testing, analyzing test data, and supporting Data Reviews and Test Readiness Reviews.

Other tasks include generating test reports, supporting engine requirements verification, implementing opportunities for design and test cadence improvement, and supporting anomaly investigations as well as root cause analysis to drive corrective actions and hardware improvements.

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!

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

• Minimum of a 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
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into…