Lunar Lander Fluids Test Engineer III Verified today
About the role
This Fluids Test Engineer III position sits within the Integration and Test team supporting Blue Origin's Lunar Permanence business unit. You will develop and execute test plans for vehicle-level development, test beds, and qualification testing of Blue Moon lunar landers, including the BE-7 landing engine, precision landing sensors, and advanced integrated power and propulsion architecture.
What you will do
- Develop test plans and procedures for vehicle-level development, test beds, and qualification testing
- Lead daily test operations and manage test consoles and technician teams
- Coordinate with design, systems engineers, internal teams, and external customers to plan fluids and thermal systems tests
- Design, procure, and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors
- Troubleshoot issues arising during testing and perform root cause and failure investigations
- Reduce, analyze, and archive test data to support verification tasks
- Perform system hazard analysis and identify safety improvements
- Participate in test readiness reviews, pre and post-test briefings, and post-test reviews
- Coordinate test crews, support equipment, and vehicle configurations for testing
- Assist with procedural redlines and updates during test campaigns
- Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations
Minimum qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related technical discipline
- 5+ years of fluids, pneumatic, cryogenic, or similar experience
- Understanding of P&IDs, pressure systems, and associated ground support equipment (GSE)
- Knowledge of Test Like You Fly assessment and exception processes
- Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
- Experience working collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with space vehicle testing including fluids, thermal, leak, and proof testing
- Experience participating in NASA technical reviews
- Experience with facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control System setup and operation
- Experience with hazardous commodity operations (H2, O2, N2, He)
- Experience with scripting (Python or other scripting language)
Schedule and travel
1st shift with ability to work multiple shifts and weekends with extended hours during critical test operations. Travel up to 25% during surge periods to multiple offsite locations.
Employment requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Background checks required for all positions.
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%, and Education Support Program. Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours/week. Up to four weeks paid time off per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays. Bonuses may be available based on role type and job level.