Fluid Engineer Ii - Valve Design

Blue Origin

Base: $99,201.00 - $138,880.35 (wa); bonus/equity:...
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Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
2+ years experience designing fluid/mechanical systems
Proficiency in creo cad and ansys fea tools
Blue Origin is seeking a Fluid Engineer II specializing in valve design to support the New Glenn rocket program, focusing on the design and development of critical mechanical systems. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with experience in fluid and mechanical systems design for high-reliability applications

Job Summary

  • This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of carrying people to orbit.
  • You will oversee the complete lifecycle of component systems from defining requirements through conceptual design, testing, and post-flight serviceability.
  • Blue Origin offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match up to 5%, stock options, and up to four weeks of paid time off.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Blue Origin is seeking a Fluid Engineer II specializing in valve design to support the New Glenn rocket program, focusing on the design and development of critical mechanical systems. The ideal candidate should possess a strong background in mechanical or aerospace engineering, with experience in fluid and mechanical systems design for high-reliability applications.

Salary

Base: $99,201.00 - $138,880.35 (WA); Bonus/Equity: Stock options available; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 2+ years experience designing fluid/mechanical systems
  • Proficiency in Creo CAD and ANSYS FEA tools
  • Expertise in ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards
  • Knowledge of valves, regulators, accumulators, pumps

Nice-to-have

  • Master's degree in engineering field
  • Experience with cryogenic fluids like hydrogen or methane
  • Deep understanding of tube fabrication and welding
  • Passion for safe human spaceflight mission
  • Ability to manage supplier relationships effectively

Key Requirements

  • US citizenship or permanent resident status required
  • Bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
  • 2+ years of proven aerospace system design experience

Work Rights

Must be US citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or granted asylum

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