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We are looking for a fluids design engineer designing the fluid systems for Lunar spacecraft. Work will include the complete life cycle of the system from definition, interfaces, conceptual design, detailed design, component development, assembly, verification, and operation.
You will own your components from initial design to analyzing data from their landing on the moon!
You will understand and contribute to flight piping and instrumentation diagrams and schematics. You will design and perform 1st order analyses to verify your designs.
You will work with suppliers or Blue Origin groups to identify and procure components. You will contribute to Lunar vehicle design in CAD by modeling valves, propulsion elements, sensors, piping, and other equipment in the flight vehicle.
You will size, select material, and analyze piping and supporting structure for structural integrity due to pressure, vibration, fracture, fatigue, etc.
You will manage suppliers and other support to procure, fabricate, and install flight hardware. You will create and manage the project plans for various hardware including cost and schedule.
Responsibilities :
- Fluids systems design and development, including developing specifications and procurement of components, designing of parts and assemblies in CAD, performing trade studies, and analysis of test data
- Interpreting and generating Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
- Design and / or create specifications for fluid components i.e., solenoid valves, directional valves, manifolds, regulators, pressure vessels and instrumentation
- Develop and maintain interface definitions between fluid systems and other vehicle subsystems
- Design and analyze custom components for fluid, thermal and structural applications
- Perform component verification of internally and externally sourced components to company standards
- Coordinate with other subsystem teams to ensure operability and fitment
- Good project management skills are necessary in this role to be successful including vendor management.
Qualifications :
- B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field
- 2+ years of experience in aerospace propulsion and fluid systems
- Experience in 3D CAD programs, drawing creation, piping applications, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs (ANSYS Preferred).
- Experience performing flow and pressure calculations as well as structural and thermal analysis of fluid systems
- Experience handling large assemblies in CAD
- Knowledge of design for manufacturability for a variety of manufacturing methods (CNC machining, cold forming, welding, additive manufacturing)
- Knowledge of standard installation and fabrication methods of fluid systems (tube stock, fittings, connections, fasteners, welding, etc.)
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of team work and inclusion
- 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 degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related engineering field
- Experience with cryogenic fluid
- Experience with additive manufacturing for end-use applications
- Experience qualifying components and systems for air or space flight
- Experience with Creo, Creo Piping and Windchill
- Knowledge of ASME Y14.5 geometric dimensioning and tolerance
Compensation :
Compensation range for on-site CO applicants is $82,335-$115,269. Compensation range for on-site WA and CA applicants is $89,820-$125,748.
Other site ranges may differ.
Inclusivity Statement :
Don't meet all desired requirements? At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway.
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 U.
S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Equal Employment Opportunity :
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a diverse workforce.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation :
Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and / or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].
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