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Senior Fluids and Propulsion Responsible Engineer – Lunar Permanence Verified today

Blue Origin · 3 Locations · Space Systems · first seen 2026-09-03
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Role Overview

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, developing Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. You will work on the Transfer Stage Vehicle under a senior engineer, accountable for design, analyses, procurement, installation, and test of the helium subsystem components and sub-assembly systems.

You will own responsibility for valves, bottles, filters, sensors, piping and other fluids equipment. Your team will size, select materials, and analyze components for structural integrity due to pressure, vibration, fracture, and fatigue. You will work with suppliers or Blue Origin groups to identify components and support procurement, fabrication, and installation. You will also manage the project plan for your sub-assembly including cost and schedule.

Responsibilities

  • Fluids sub-assembly design and development, including specification and procurement of components, designing parts and assemblies in CAD (Creo preferred), performing trade studies, and analysis of test data
  • Interpret and generate Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) using AutoCAD
  • Design and create specifications for fluid and gas components such as solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pressure vessels, and instrumentation
  • Develop and maintain interface definitions between fluid systems and other vehicle subsystems
  • Design and analyze custom components for fluid, thermal, and structural applications
  • Perform component verification of internally and externally sourced components to company standards

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, or equivalent
  • 8+ years of proven experience in the design of aerospace fluid or mechanical systems
  • Experience with 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred)
  • Knowledge and experience with gas systems
  • Proficiency in crafting engineering drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
  • Experience performing flow and pressure calculations as well as structural and thermal analysis of fluid systems
  • Proven understanding of fluid components such as valves, tubing, and pressurized hardware
  • Hands-on experience building and testing mechanical assemblies or pressurized components and systems
  • Knowledge of standard installation and fabrication methods of fluid systems including tube stock, fittings, connections, fasteners, and welding
  • Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communications skills
  • 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

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field
  • Hands-on experience building and testing mechanical assemblies or pressurized components and systems

Compensation

Base Pay Range for WA applicants: $145,188.00 - $203,263.20. 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 of 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 and up to 14 company-paid holidays
  • Performance bonuses based on individual contributions and company results (not guaranteed, subject to change)

Background Check

Blue's Standard Background Check is required for all positions. Certain roles may require additional background checks including Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) if on a military installation.