Thermal/Fluids Test Engineer II - Lunar Transportation Verified today
About the role
As a Thermal/Fluids Test Engineer II, you will support the Lunar Permanence Integration and Test team developing and qualifying flight hardware for Blue Moon landers. This hands-on position applies multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge in fluids, thermal, mechanical, and electrical systems to advance safe human spaceflight.
What you'll do
- Plan and execute fluids and thermal component and subsystem testing, including development, qualification, acceptance, performance, and environmental testing
- Identify test events, needs, and required equipment
- Create and review Test Plans, Test Procedures, safety assessments, schematics, and engineering artifacts
- Design, procure, and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors
- Execute test procedures and troubleshoot issues during testing
- Operate test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems
- 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
- Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations
- Reduce, analyze, and archive test data
- Integrate fluids and thermal subsystems with overall vehicle level testing to ensure compliance with vehicle test plans
Minimum qualifications
- BS in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related technical discipline
- 2+ years of relevant testing experience with pumps, valves, thermal control elements, propulsion elements, sensors, pneumatic/hydraulic fluids, and/or piping
- Solid understanding of pumped fluid loops and thermal hardware such as pressurized systems, actuators, heat exchangers, and radiators
- Experience with space vehicle component or subsystem testing including structural, vibration, acoustic, and modal testing
- Experience reading P&ID schematics and layout designs
- Understanding of the Test Like You Fly assessment and exception process
- Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills
- Experience working collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
- Ability to support shift work as needed
- A strong safety record
- Ability to demonstrate high standards in test operations and work cooperatively with Integration Engineers, Responsible Engineers, and customers
Preferred qualifications
- Experience with aerospace flight hardware
- Established technical expertise in test stand design, operations, and maintenance
- Experience with space and industry standards such as MIL-STD-810, SMC-S-016, and MIL-STD-1540
- Knowledge of cryogenics and monopropellants
- Experience executing component testing at rate
- Instrumentation and controls experience with National Instruments hardware
- Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication, integration processes, and quality control
- Understanding and experience with hazardous operations and design for system safety
- Strong Project Management skills including budgeting and schedule development
- Experience with 3D CAD tools, LabView, MATLAB, and data management
Special notes
- Expected 25% travel during test planning; 75% travel during integration and test periods at multiple offsite locations
- Relocation provided
- Interviews will include a technical assessment
- Multiple positions available
Compensation
Base pay range for Washington applicants: $99,201.00 to $138,880.35. Other site ranges may differ.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Stock options for regular employees (20+ hours per week)
- Paid time off: up to 4 weeks per year based on scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays
Requirements
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. A Standard Background Check is required for all positions.