Engineer - Propulsion III Verified today
About the role
This position is part of Blue Origin's Engines business unit, focused on the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. You will join a team finding resolutions for non-conforming hardware throughout flight engine production and developing design improvements for rocket engine components and assemblies.
Your responsibilities include:
- Resolve non-conforming hardware issues in flight engine production
- Develop design improvements for rocket engine components and assemblies
- Drive design-for-manufacturability improvements
- Update assembly procedures for flight engines based on root cause analyses, manufacturing experience, testing results, and cost reduction opportunities
- Detail and release changes within CAD models and drawings using appropriate configuration management processes
- Balance multiple technical issues while maintaining a collaborative approach
Components you may be responsible for include: primary and secondary structures, gimbal joints, flexible elements, insulation, pressurized fluid systems, and engine assembly.
Minimum Qualifications
- 5+ years of proven experience with component design, fabrication, build, and assembly
- Experience solving issues related to non-conforming hardware
- Proficiency in 3D CAD and large assembly model and configuration management (Creo Parametric and Windchill PLM preferred)
- Knowledgeable with GD&T implementation and analysis (ASME Y14.5)
- Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at all levels of the organization
- B.S. degree or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in the design, production, manufacturing, and assembly of propulsion hardware
- Solid understanding of aerospace materials and manufacturing processes
- Experience with cryogenic fluids and oxygen compatibility
- Experience with production quality management systems
- Experience transitioning products from development to production
Work Schedule
Standard Monday through Friday schedule.
Employment Requirements
Applicants 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.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 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 per week
- Up to four weeks paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
- Up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Potential bonuses based on role type and job level