Controls Engineer III (Rocket Propulsion) Verified today
This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where you will design, develop, and test engines and propulsion systems for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.
As a control and system analysis engineer, you will impact the development and maturation of Liquid Propulsion Rocket Engine (LPRE) control algorithms and simulation models. Your input will affect LPRE control system design at all stages of the development lifecycle. You will coordinate with engine controller hardware, software, hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), and vehicle control/simulation teams.
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 system
- Develop and mature engine and control system transient models and analyses
- Establish and mature standard work instructions for transient modeling and analysis methods
- Contribute to engine control and system analysis technology roadmap and strategy formulation
- Provide technical and professional mentorship for junior team members
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. degree in relevant engineering subject area (aerospace or mechanical desired)
- 5+ 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 multiple tasks
- 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
Base pay range for WA applicants: $164,652.00 - $230,512.80. Other site ranges may differ.
Additional Information
Relocation provided.
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background check required for all positions. Additional background checks may be required depending on role and facility access.