Mechanical Operations Engineer III - Launch Facilities Development

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.

Join our diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

This role is a part of the Test & Flight Operations team, providing centralized support to business units with a focus on the design, build, and maintenance of the ground systems, test, and launch facilities across multiple locations.

As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will perform the testing, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of fluid systems associated with space vehicle launch facilities.

Typical systems include high pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to :

Operate and be responsible for all aspects of ground systems for launch vehicle operations

Oversee commissioning of new or modified systems at the Blue Origin Orbital Launch Site

Author and run commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting and operational procedures

Implement and execute corrective and preventative maintenance programs for ground systems

Create work instructions for performing system upgrades and maintenance

Collaborate on system CONOPs and safety and process hazards analysis

Coordinate with internal design teams to provide inputs for system improvements

Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on costs, schedule, and technical design requirements

Second and / or third shift may be necessary

Occasional travel may be necessary

Minimum Qualifications

Four-year aerospace or mechanical engineering degree (or similar discipline)

Three years (3) or more experience in a similar role

Experience operating aerospace cryogenic and pneumatic systems during testing or launch activities

Hands-on experience troubleshooting mechanical and / or piping systems during testing or launch activities

Experience with test equipment, such as multimeters, dew point meters, vacuum equipment, regulator panels

Knowledge of fluid components typical in tubing and piping systems (valves, regulators, pumps, etc)

Knowledge of installation and fabrication methods of piping systems (pipe stock, fittings, connections, valves, fasteners,

structural members, fitting, welding, etc)

Ability to read and interpret fabrication and installation drawings and Piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs)

Demonstrated ability with self-starting and managing tasks along with team collaboration.

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.

Preferred Qualifications

Advanced Engineering degree

5+ years of relevant experience

Experience writing and executing test plans and procedures for qualification, acceptance, and operations of hazardous

and / or safety critical components and systems

Knowledge of ASME B31.3 and in-field oversight of construction, testing and / or operations of piping systems

Understanding of design lifecycle documentation and configuration control

Experience with design of typical aerospace fuel, oxidizer and high-pressure pneumatic systems

Knowledge of precision cleaning processes / levels and passivation of stainless steel

Knowledge of marine environment corrosion mitigation (material and coatings selection)

Experience with programing languages for data acquisition and control or test data reduction

Experience with solid modelling or plant modelling

Inclusivity Statement

Don’t 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 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.

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 U.

S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

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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