Senior Crew Systems Responsible Engineer (R37912)

Job Expired

Seattle, WA, United States

Full Time

a year ago

Job description

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 position is part of the Space Systems Development (SSD) business unit. SSD develops next-generation concepts and systems to advance our future of living and working in space sustainably.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse responsible engineers, the Crew Systems Engineer (RE) will collaborate to develop and align architectures, concepts of operations, hardware trades for the Space Destinations Crew Systems fluid based hardware on Orbital Reef, with specific focus on the commode. Involvement in the hardware design life cycle from requirements to design, acceptance and operations is required. The RE will interface with affected systems and stakeholders throughout the life cycle of the hardware development and will develop technical solutions and execute development, testing, and analysis to support technology maturation, trade studies, and down-selects. Expertise in fan sizing, airflow, air filters, fluids and air routing and sizing, fluid separation, pressure sensors and actuators, materials compatibility will support the maturation and down-select process. The Crew Systems Commode RE will evaluate hardware suppliers for technical, cost, and schedule adherence to the requirements and partner with the procurement team to drive execution and develop supplier relationships.

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!

Qualifications:

Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering
7+ years of technical experience in the design and analysis of space systems, and 2+ years leading a team and/or project
3+ years of professional engineering experience with complex fluid systems
Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles in the detail design of aerospace or equivalent type fluid systems and components
Working knowledge of materials and treatments
Experience troubleshooting fluids hardware
Experience across the product life cycle (pre-conceptual design through operations support)
Familiarity and experience with hands-on prototyping and design, mockup design and evaluation, engineering development units and test methods
Experience managing and working collaboratively in small teams on fast-paced projects
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of 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:

Experience with spacecraft crew systems technologies and architectures, with specific experience in commode designs and testing.
Strong project management and team leadership skills, including the ability to utilize tools to manage schedule and technical requirements adherence and verification.
Proficiency in Creo or other CAD design tools
Proficiency in REFPROP, SINDA/FLUINT and Thermal Desktop or other fluid modeling software
Experience with proposal development, proposal review, and supplier management

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.

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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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