Chemical Propulsion Lead (Hypergolic and Monopropellant) Advanced Development Programs

Company: Blue Origin
Location: Huntsville
Posted on: June 24, 2022

Job Description:

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.We are looking for a chemical propulsion lead. As part of a hardworking team of diverse of engineers and technicians, you will apply your extensive understanding of technical principles, theories, concepts, and tools in the field of hypergolic and monopropellant propulsion to deliver propulsion systems for one or more spacecraft. Work will include the complete life cycle of the system from definition, interfaces, conceptual design, detailed design, component development, procurement, assembly, verification, and operation. You will work with both Blue Origin groups and external suppliers to develop, procure, build, and test the system. As the project engineer for your system, you will manage project target dates, budgets, tasks, risks, and assignments, and prepare for and support project and technical reviews. You will work independently without appreciable direction to complete project objectives.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!Qualifications: B.S. in a related engineering field8+ years of directly applicable experience in propulsion or fluid systemsExperience analyzing applicable propulsion systemsExperience with the components of propulsion disciplinesExperience working with suppliersAbility to work well, collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work environmentFamiliar with either agile or waterfall project managementExcellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skillsAbility to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionMust 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 asylumDesired: M.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject area10+ years of directly applicable experience in propulsion or fluid systemsExperience with upper stages and spacecraftExperience with the entire life cycle of a propulsion or fluid systemDetailed Design skills including CADThe expected salary range for the position is displayed in accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act. Final agreed upon compensation is based upon individual qualifications and experience.Estimated salary wage (Colorado only): $106K - $159KExport Control RegulationsApplicants 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 OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. For more information on EEO Is the Law, please see here and here.Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Washington Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.BenefitsEmployee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, short and long-term disability and 401(k) with up to 5% company match.Paid Time Off: Provides up to 4 weeks per year, in addition to 11 holidaysSummaryLocation: Seattle, WA; Huntsville, AL; Denver, CO; Space Coast, FL; Los Angeles, CAType:

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