Controls Engineer II (Rocket Propulsion) Verified today
Role Overview
As a Controls Engineer II in Blue Origin's Engines business unit, you will impact the development and maturation of Liquid Propulsion Rocket Engine (LPRE) control algorithms and simulation models. Your work as a control and system analysis engineer will affect LPRE control system design across all stages of the development lifecycle. You will interface and coordinate with engine controller hardware teams, software teams, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing, and vehicle control/simulation teams. You will contribute to engine control and system analysis technology roadmap strategy and mentor junior team members.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with engine and avionics systems engineers to develop and verify engine and control system performance
- Collaborate with avionics software engineers to develop and verify high-level software requirements
- Develop and mature control, estimation, and system fault detection algorithms
- Develop and mature verification compliance reports for engine and control systems
- Develop and mature engine and control system transient models and analyses
- Establish and mature standard work instructions for transient modeling and analysis methods
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. degree in relevant engineering subject area (aerospace or mechanical desired)
- 2+ years of experience in transient system modeling and control algorithm development for complex engineering systems
- Proficiency in MATLAB and Simulink
- Interpersonal skills and proven track record working on a team
- Ability to learn and work with technical guidance on engine modeling, simulation, and control system analysis, and balance several tasks at once
- Ability to clearly communicate technical analysis results to other teams and leadership
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with MATLAB Embedded Coder
- Basic knowledge of Git / GitLab
- Familiarity with DO-178C, DO-330, and DO-331
- Basic configuration management experience
- Familiarity with MATLAB Test Manager
- Experience with hydraulic analysis and control design of hydraulic systems
Compensation and Location
Base pay range for WA applicants: $134,961.00 to $188,945.40. Relocation provided. Other site ranges may differ.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
- Paid time off: up to 4 weeks per year based on scheduled hours, plus up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Eligibility for bonuses based on individual contributions and company performance
Employment Requirements
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin 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. Standard background check required for all positions. This role is based in the Greater Seattle Area.