Test (Fluid/Mechanical) Engineer III - Lunar Permanence Verified today

About the role

This position is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. You will apply broad multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge in fluids, thermal, mechanical, and electrical/electronic systems to support safe human spaceflight.

What you will do

• Plan and execute development, qualification, acceptance, performance, and environmental testing of fluids and thermal components and subsystems.
• Identify test events, needs, and required equipment.
• Apply hands-on experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems.
• Create and review Test Plans, Test Procedures, safety assessments, schematics, and engineering artifacts.
• Design, procure, and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors during installation.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing.
• Participate in test readiness reviews, pre- and post-test briefings, and post-test reviews.
• Manage procedural redlines and updates during test campaigns.
• Coordinate test crews, support equipment, and vehicle configurations for testing.
• Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.
• Reduce, analyze, and archive test data.
• Integrate between fluids and thermal subsystems and overall system-level vehicle to ensure component testing complies with vehicle test plans.

Minimum qualifications

• BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of relevant testing experience including pneumatic/hydraulic fluids, electromechanical assemblies, thermal control elements, propulsion elements, or multi-axis gimbal systems.
• Demonstrated proficiency in developing test stands and fixtures.
• Proven track record of working with test, flight, and safety-critical hardware, tools, and shop equipment.
• Experience reading and creating P&ID schematics and wire drawings.
• Understanding of the Test Like You Fly assessment and exception process.
• Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills.
• Experience working collaboratively in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive professional relationships, and contribute to a collaborative culture.
• Mechanical design experience using CAD tools.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumentation (load cells, torque sensors, encoders, thermocouples, accelerometers).
• Strong safety demeanor and hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations.
• Ability to work cooperatively with Integration Engineers, Responsible Engineers, and customers to ensure requirements are met.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with thermal vacuum (TVAC) testing, vibration/shock testing, and load testing of flight hardware.
• Established technical expertise in test stand design, operations, and maintenance.
• Knowledge of AS9100 or ISO 9001 quality management systems and associated documentation practices.
• Experience supporting test campaigns at external test facilities or customer sites.
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication and integration processes, and quality control.
• Understanding and experience with hazardous operations and design for system safety.
• Experience in PTC Creo/Windchill.

Work arrangement

• Relocation provided.
• Travel expected up to 25% of the time.

Hiring process

Interviews will include a technical assessment.

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, 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 (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Performance bonuses based on role type and job level (not guaranteed).