Fluid Systems Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN

. Act as Cognizant Engineer for development and delivery of a New Glenn upper stage .

Posted 9/16/2026full-timeColorado • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,938 - $155,313 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in aerospace propulsion and fluid systems, with a strong focus on design, development, and testing of flight hardware. Proficient in managing project costs, schedules, and risks while leading cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality components.

Highest-signal resume keywords

B.S. Degree In Mechanical Engineering5 Years Experience In Aerospace Propulsion3D CAD Experience; Creo PreferredFEA Tools Experience; ANSYS PreferredExperience With Cryogenic Fluids

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Hard Skills

Aerospace PropulsionFluid System DesignComponent TestingPiping And Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)Designing And Analyzing Bolted JointsDesigning And Developing SealsAnalyzing Flow Through ComponentsUnderstanding Of Aerospace MaterialsHardware ProcurementPrototyping

Soft Skills

MentoringTechnical Peer ReviewsCross-Functional Team Leadership

Tools & Technologies

3D CAD ProgramsFEA ToolsANSYS

Certifications & Qualifications

U.S. Citizenship Or Permanent ResidencyBlue’s Standard Background Check

Industry Keywords

Launch VehiclesUpper StagesSpacecraftSatellitesCryogenic Fluids

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as Cognizant Engineer for development and delivery of a New Glenn upper stage
Own complete definition, design, development, cost, manufacturability, and delivery of flight hardware
Ensure complete requirements definition for components and/or systems
Guide or complete component and system design and analysis
Own design and development of in-house components
Work with suppliers or Blue Origin groups to identify and procure procured components
Lead development, qualification, and acceptance testing and verification
Manage project cost, schedule, and risk plans to ensure timely delivery
Lead cross-functional teams delivering assigned components
Mentor designers, perform technical peer reviews, and check drawings as needed
Deliver simple, low-cost fluid-system designs that meet functional requirements safely and repeatably

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field
5 years of experience in an aerospace propulsion or fluid subject area
Experience in 3D CAD programs; Creo preferred
Experience with FEA tools for pressurized systems and secondary structures; ANSYS preferred
Experience analyzing flow through components or systems
Understanding of aerospace materials and treatments
Experience designing, fabricating, and testing components for launch vehicle or ground support systems
Experience generating and interpreting Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs)
Knowledge of propulsion and fluid system components, including valves, regulators, and pressure vessels
Experience designing and developing seals
Experience designing and analyzing bolted joints
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
Passion for Blue Origin’s mission and vision
8+ years’ experience desired
Experience with launch vehicles, upper stages, spacecraft, or satellites desired
Experience across the product development cycle from definition through operation desired
Experience with cryogenic fluids, including liquid oxygen and hydrogen, desired
Hardware procurement and prototyping experience desired
Advanced engineering degree desired
Blue’s Standard Background Check required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors