Fluids Analyst III – Fluids & Propulsion – Crew Lunar Lander Verified today
Fluids Analyst III - Fluids & Propulsion - Crew Lunar Lander
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, developing Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. You will support development of the Thermodynamic Vent System (TVS) on the MK2 Crewed Lander in support of NASA's Artemis and HLS programs. The TVS is responsible for thermal management of the Main Propulsion System (MPS) cryogenic propellants (LH2 and LOX).
You will follow TVS through the complete development lifecycle from preliminary design through build, test, integration and on console operation. You will work with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) program, playing a key role in developing the MK2 Crewed Lunar Lander that will return humans to the Moon.
Responsibilities
- Generate and run thermo-fluids models of cryogenic propellant
- Work with a cross functional team to advance the state of the art of in space cryogenic fluid management in propulsion systems
Required Qualifications
- B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of thermal/fluids analysis experience
- Proficiency using common CFD tools such as Thermal Desktop or Sinda/Fluint
- Understanding of Fluid Mechanics, Heat Transfer, and Thermodynamics
- Hands-on experience with first-order and Excel-level fluids calculations
- Expertise/knowledge using Thermal Desktop (TD)
Desired Qualifications
- Experience with LH2 and/or LOX
- Experience supporting propulsion system ground testing
- Experience with zero boiloff solutions
- CFD expertise (ANSYS Fluent, FLOW3D)
- Experience with cryogenic, multi-phase, or gaseous fluid systems
- Spacecraft, space vehicle or launch vehicle fluid systems experience
Compensation
Base pay range varies by location: CA $121,023.00-$169,432.20; CO $110,938.00-$155,312.85; WA $121,023.00-$169,432.20.
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 (20+ hours/week)
- Up to four weeks paid time off per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Performance-based bonuses (eligibility and amounts not guaranteed)
Employment Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. A standard background check is required for all positions.