West Texas, TX, United States
Full Time
6 months 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 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, you will support the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of liquid rocket engine test facilities for various spaceflight systems. You will contribute to the team’s progress by participating in all aspects of hands-on engineering and project management. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight. This position is based in Van Horn, TX. Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employees additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee’s ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to impact safe human spaceflight positively. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
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Design, construct, operate, and maintain test facilities to support the development and production of liquid rocket engines
o Generate and execute test procedures involving high-pressure gas systems and cryogenic and non-cryogenic fluid systems
o Review and interpret test data to assess facility health and performance both at the system and component level
o Specify and procure components and materials; manage vendors and subcontractors
o Plan and oversee facility maintenance and/or construction for new facility capabilities
o Contribute to schedule, configuration, quality, cost, and process safety management
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Identify opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety, meet demanding schedules, and secure cost savings.
Minimum Qualifications:
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BS degree in engineering or related field
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1-10+ years of experience in relevant industrial applications or similar test facilities. Candidates with various levels of experience are welcome to apply.
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Strong background in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics
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Identify opportunities for safety improvements, cost savings, and process development
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Demonstrate Engineering leadership by providing guidance and mentorship to other team members
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Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
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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:
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Demonstrated technical expertise in liquid rocket engine test stand design, operation and maintenance:
o Pressurized Gas Systems
o Cryogenic Fluid Systems, specifically LH2, LOx, LNG, and LN2
o Instrumentation or DAC systems
o Liquid rocket propulsion systems
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Demonstrated expertise in the following:
o Working with technicians to perform work on test facilities, handle test articles, and lead test operations
o Performing process hazard and root cause analyses
o Sizing, selecting, and troubleshooting fluid system components and instrumentation
o Operating, troubleshooting, and writing software for data acquisition and control systems
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Familiar with the following software:
o LabVIEW
o AutoCAD P&ID
o Winplot
o Windchill
o Creo
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue 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, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.
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