Valve Design Lead Principal Engineer - Lunar Permanence at Blue Origin
Herndon, VA 20190
About the Job
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 part of the Lunar Transportation business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s multiple Blue Moon lander product lines
To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. 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 Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth
We are looking for a Valve Design Lead Principal on Lunar Transportation. You will provide technical leadership to a team tasked to develop, build, test and deliver high performing valves in a Lunar Fluid System. We will work on the complete life cycle of the system from definition, interfaces, conceptual design, detailed design, component development, assembly, verification, and operation. As part of your role, you will mentor & train other team members on a growing team. You will become an expert in the valves from raw materials through operational life on a human rated lunar systems. Your knowledge will help you to generate clean sheet valve design options, lead trade studies, surface opportunities and risks, and chart an iterative path to an optimized valve design that will be crucial to this and future generations of spaceflight. Bring your 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 Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject area15+ years of experience in fluids and mechanical systems/componentsExperience with valve design, GD&T, DFMAExperience developing, integrating, and certifying aerospace hardware for flightDemonstrated ability to provide technical leadership of a teamBasic cost, schedule, resource, and scope management skillsExcellent 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
or Ph
D in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject areaCryogenic/Two phase fluids experienceExperience designing for launch vehicle and spacecraft applicationsExperience with the entire life cycle from initial concept design to end of lifeCompensation Range for:CA applicants is $162,465.75-$227,452.05;CO applicants is $153,839.25-$215,374.95;WA applicants is $162,465.75-$227,452.05Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon’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 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.BenefitsBenefits 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 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, 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at
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 part of the Lunar Transportation business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s multiple Blue Moon lander product lines
To further Blue Origin's mission of having millions of people living and working in space, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. 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 Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth
We are looking for a Valve Design Lead Principal on Lunar Transportation. You will provide technical leadership to a team tasked to develop, build, test and deliver high performing valves in a Lunar Fluid System. We will work on the complete life cycle of the system from definition, interfaces, conceptual design, detailed design, component development, assembly, verification, and operation. As part of your role, you will mentor & train other team members on a growing team. You will become an expert in the valves from raw materials through operational life on a human rated lunar systems. Your knowledge will help you to generate clean sheet valve design options, lead trade studies, surface opportunities and risks, and chart an iterative path to an optimized valve design that will be crucial to this and future generations of spaceflight. Bring your 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 Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject area15+ years of experience in fluids and mechanical systems/componentsExperience with valve design, GD&T, DFMAExperience developing, integrating, and certifying aerospace hardware for flightDemonstrated ability to provide technical leadership of a teamBasic cost, schedule, resource, and scope management skillsExcellent 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
or Ph
D in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering or related technical subject areaCryogenic/Two phase fluids experienceExperience designing for launch vehicle and spacecraft applicationsExperience with the entire life cycle from initial concept design to end of lifeCompensation Range for:CA applicants is $162,465.75-$227,452.05;CO applicants is $153,839.25-$215,374.95;WA applicants is $162,465.75-$227,452.05Other site ranges may differApplications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.Inclusivity StatementDon’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 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.BenefitsBenefits 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 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, 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s 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.California
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