Fluids Valve Design Engineer Lunar Transportation
Los Angeles, CA - USA
Job Summary
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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.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!
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit which develops Blue Origins Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origins mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.We are collaborators doers and problem-solvers relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly shape the history of space exploration and requires a dedication to safe repeatable spaceflight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and advancing Blue Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space.
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit which develops Blue Origins Blue Moon lander product lines. We are building sustainable infrastructure to transport crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface in support of that mission.
As part of a team of engineers technicians and specialists you will design next-generation valves for the Lunar program. You will own components through the full lifecycle from requirements definition and conceptual design through detailed design development assembly verification and operation. This includes performing first-order analyses to verify designs modeling valves propulsion elements sensors piping and other hardware in CAD and sizing components and selecting materials to analyze flow and structural integrity under pressure vibration thermal and mechanical loads. You will also work with suppliers and internal teams to procure fabricate and install flight hardware.
Bring your technical expertise and commitment to quality to help enable safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission is required.
Qualifications:
- B.S. degree in Mechanical Aerospace or related field
- 4 years of experience in valve and or mechanicalfluids component design
- Knowledge of propulsion and fluid system components (i.e. valves regulators and pumps for cryogenics propellants and other fluids)
- Experience designing parts in CREO
- Ability to apply GD&T to create manufacturable high performing component drawings
- Experience using design analysis tools such as ANSYS and Thermal Desktop to evaluate the performance of your designs
- Ability to define and support testing of your design conduct data analysis and iterate your design
- Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships.
- 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.
Desired:
- Advanced Engineering degree
- Experience with static and non-linear FEA analysis (ANSYS)
- Experience with CFD
- Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerance
Base Pay Range for:
CA applicants is $99201.00 - $138880.35 WA applicants is $99201.00 - $138880.35Other site ranges may differ
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.
Export Control Regulations
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder) or lawfully admitted into the a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
- Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check
- Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
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- Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
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.
- Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
- Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
- Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.
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Required Experience:
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About Company
Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.