Senior Mechanical Engineer – New Glenn Rocket

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Join a dedicated team of engineers at Blue Origin where you will lead the design analysis development and qualification of next-generation components for the New Glenn Rocket. Your work will focus on critical systems including valves regulators accumulators actuators manifolds mechanisms pumps and other mechanical devices essential to our vehicles and mission success.

At Blue Origin youll apply your technical expertise and leadership to shape the future of space exploration. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on the New Glenn Rocket program working alongside a talented team committed to innovation quality and mission success.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of component systems from defining requirements and interfaces through conceptual and detailed design development assembly verification qualification testing operation manufacturing support and post-flight serviceability.
• Ensure all cost schedule and performance targets are achieved through meticulous planning and execution.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal Blue Origin teams to identify procure and integrate high-quality components.
• Perform sizing material selection and analyses (fluid flow thermal structural) to ensure performance under pressure vibration temperature and mechanical loads.
• Support fabrication installation and testing of flight hardware working closely with suppliers and support organizations.
• Contribute to all aspects of mechanical design including requirements definition layouts component selection modeling drafting manufacturing and test planning.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering aerospace engineering or a related field.
• 5 years of proven experience designing fluid mechanical or electro-mechanical systems for aerospace or similar high-reliability applications.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD software (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) tools (ANSYS preferred) for pressurized systems and structural analysis.
• Expertise in creating engineering drawings with GD&T per ASME Y14.5 standards.
• Strong knowledge of fluid components including valves regulators accumulators actuators manifolds mechanisms and pumps.
• Deep understanding of fabrication integration and quality control for tubes machined parts and welded assemblies.
• Demonstrated ability to manage supplier relationships drive component development and support testing.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a track record of building trust and fostering professional collaboration.
• Passion for advancing safe human spaceflight and alignment with Blue Origins mission.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters degree in mechanical engineering aerospace engineering or a related field.
• Experience in the aerospace or space industry particularly with launch vehicles or ground systems.
• Expertise in designing systems for cryogenic fluids (e.g. hydrogen oxygen methane) or hydraulic systems in liquid/gaseous states.
• Proficiency in thermo-fluid analysis tools such as Thermal Desktop (Sinda Fluint) AFT (Fathom/Arrow) REFPROP or Excel-based models.
• Knowledge of materials properties treatments and aerospace-grade materials.
• Hands-on experience assembling and testing mechanical or pressurized systems including cryogenic transport elements (tubes bellows flex hoses or Mechanical Flexible Assemblies).
• Familiarity with designing seals bearings or actuators for high-performance applications.
• Experience supporting non-conformance (NC) resolution for fluid components machined parts weldments or electro-mechanical assemblies.

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Culture Statement

Dont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical dental vision basic and supplemental life insurance paid parental leave short and long-term disability 401(k) with a company match of up to 5% and an Education Support Program.

• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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