Launch Engineer II - Fluids

Blue Origin · Space Coast, FL

Level: Engineer
Team: Manufacturing
Degree: Required
Experience asked: 2+ years
Industry: Aerospace & defense
Posted: 30+ days ago

The role in 30 seconds

An engineer-level manufacturing role at Blue Origin (aerospace & defense) in Space Coast, FL. As a refugee or granted asylum.

They ask for: 2+ years · degree required
Tools it names: Welding
Day to day: some off-shift / weekend coverage

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How this role compares

Against 49 other live manufacturing postings in Florida.

Base pay: Not listed in this posting
Experience asked: Less than usual (2+ vs 5+)

Skills these teams ask for most

Root cause 50%
✓ New product launch 50%
Lean 46%
Tooling 46%
✓ Welding 38%
Machining 34%

✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.

It asks for 2+ years. If you're close, apply anyway: requirements are a wish list. Talk to someone on the team first.

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Off-shift / weekend coverage

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This plant: Blue Origin in Space Coast

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Responsibilities

◆Collaborate with teams to build, operate, and maintain a world class launch site and launch vehicle
◆Author and run procedures for commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting and fluid system operations
◆Collaborate on system safety, perform hazards analysis and job hazards analyses; guide work using hierarchy of controls for safety
◆Operate and maintain launch pad piping systems including hydraulic and pneumatic piping systems
◆Assist with oversight commissioning and operation of new or modified piping/pressure systems
◆Occasional travel may be necessary
◆Occasional second shift may be necessary

Qualifications

✓BS degree in aerospace, mechanical engineering or similar discipline
✓2+ years relevant experience with design or fluid system operation, including high pressure gas or high pressure hydraulic systems
✓Experience writing and executing test plans and procedures for qualification, acceptance, and operations of hazardous and/or safety critical components and systems
✓Demonstrated ability to collaborate with teams composed of multiple roles and disciplines to achieve a common goal
✓Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships.

Preferred Qualifications

✓2+ years of relevant experience with design or fluid system operation, including high pressure gas or high pressure hydraulic systems
✓2+ years experience operating and troubleshooting mechanical and/or piping systems
✓Knowledge of standard components, installation and fabrication methods of piping systems (pipe stock, fittings, connections, valves, fasteners, structural members, fitting, welding, etc.)
✓Knowledge of typical use, constraints, and specification of fluid components typical in tubing and piping systems (valves, regulators, pumps, etc).
✓Experience interpreting P&IDs, fabrication and installation drawings for piping systems.
✓Knowledge of ASME B31.3 and in-field oversight of construction, testing and/or operations of piping systems
✓Experience with design and operation of typical aerospace fuel, oxidizer and high-pressure pneumatic systems
✓Knowledge of precision cleaning processes, cleanliness verification levels and passivation of stainless steel

Culture 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 an 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.

requirements

(if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

✓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

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Application close date

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. We’re 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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

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 launch facilities and space vehicles. Typical systems include high pressure gas, high pressure hydraulics, raw water and environmental control.

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!

Background Check

•Required for all positions: Blue’s 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
•Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL

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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company