Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$120k–$183k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Thermal Protection System Design, Material Selection, Thermal Analysis, Hardware Testing, Aerospace Hardware Verification
West Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Team Leadership, Avionics Integration, Project Coordination, Quality Assurance, Process Improvement
West Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Production Leadership, Workflow Management, Cross-functional Collaboration, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
$91k–$139k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Fluid Systems Design, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Creo, Ansys
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$85k–$119k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Financial Analysis, FP&A, SQL, GAAP, Budgeting
Grandview, Missouri, United States · On-site
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Test Engineering, Leadership, Propulsion Systems Testing, Test Strategy Development, Instrumentation
Huntsville, Alabama, United States · On-site
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Design, Lean Methodologies, CAD Software, Root Cause Analysis
Altadena, California, United States · On-site
$165k–$231k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: C/C++, Embedded Software Development, Baremetal Applications, Unit Testing, Driver Development
Huntsville, Alabama, United States · Remote OK
$162k–$226k/yr
Application close date: 12/1/2026 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 with…
Skills: Automation Integration, Mechanical Engineering, Controls Engineering, Project Management, Design For Automated Manufacturing
Los Angeles, California, United States · On-site
$145k–$203k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Test Planning, Environmental Testing, Thermal Vacuum Testing, Vibration Testing, Root Cause Analysis
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$99k–$139k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Structural Analysis, Finite Element Modeling, Classical Aerospace Analysis, Composite Materials, Metallic Piece Parts
Denver, Colorado, United States · On-site
$134k–$187k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Systems Engineering, Integration And Testing, Agile Development, Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Test Planning
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$131k–$183k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: RF Payload Design, PCB Design, HDI PCB, Power Delivery Networks, EMI Analysis
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$121k–$169k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Mechanical Design, 3D CAD, Creo Pro/E, GD&T, Electric Propulsion
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$24/hr–$34/hr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Electrical Assembly, Electro-mechanical Assembly, Harness Assembly, Crimping, Soldering
West Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Tooling Fabrication, Tool Assembly, Blueprint Interpretation, GD&T, CAD Modeling
West Melbourne, Florida, United States · On-site
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Mechanical Assembly, Electrical Wiring, Fluid Systems, Instrumentation, Tooling Fabrication
Huntsville, Alabama, United States · On-site
$99k–$139k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Structural Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, ANSYS Workbench, Nastran, Abaqus
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$151k–$211k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: People Management, Electrical Engineering, Avionics Troubleshooting, Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing, Resource Planning
Seattle, Washington, United States · On-site
$107k–$150k/yr
Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re workin…
Skills: Avionics Testing, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Environmental Qualification, Electrical Circuit Fundamentals, Test Plan Development
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Lead the design, material selection, and analysis of the Thermal Protection System for lunar landers. Manage the delivery of hardware solutions and lead testing campaigns to meet thermal and mechanical requirements.
Requires a bachelor's degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering with over 7 years of relevant thermal engineering experience. Candidates must have a solid understanding of thermal fundamentals and experience testing hardware in extreme environments.
Application close date:
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.In this position, you will work directly with NASA as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) program. You will play a key role in developing the systems that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth! We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to build the road to space. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
We are looking for Engineers to be responsible for thermal components from conception, through internal or external development, testing, and integration with the vehicle.
You will be part of the Thermal Design and Analysis group, which works closely with the hardware delivery groups within Lunar Permanence. Inputs to your work will include mission timelines, environments, and design and construction standards. Outputs will include component specifications, test plan/execution/reports, occasional thermal analysis, short/long term development plans, and make/buy decisions.
Contribute to a team of Thermal Engineers and Analysts simultaneously developing groundbreaking lunar landers. 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!
Responsibilities
Responsible for leading the Thermal Protection System design including material selection, stack configuration, and analysis
Own the delivery and quality of the TPS system design as well as delivery of the hardware solutions.
Lead the development and testing campaign of new materials or stacks as appropriate to meet thermal and mechanical requirements.
Identify and/or develop flight implementation and installation approaches.
Balance hardware design response against cost and schedule
Perform trade studies and optimizations of solutions and collaborate with external subsystems on the trade offs
Document design and analysis results and present at program gated reviews
Communicate progress to leadership team via; program management reviews weekly/monthly, finance reviews, long term forecasting business plan, and project deep dives.
Qualifications:
Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
7+year relevant Thermal Engineering experience
Solid understanding of thermal fundamentals
Familiarity with common materials used in thermal protection systems
Demonstrated experience building and testing hardware in extreme environments
Understanding of aerospace hardware verification and validation process
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Desired:
M.S. or PhD degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
Solid understanding of high temperature material properties
Familiarity with heritage reusable and ablative TPS designs
Proven experience taking novel designs through NASA certification
Experience solving a variety of thermal problems demonstrating breadth in application
Vendor technical management experience
Familiarity with Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint, including model validation and test correlation
Familiarity with DOE and testing procedures
Base Pay Range for:
CA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70
CO applicants is $119,814.00 - $167,738.55
WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70Don’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 an 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.
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.
Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical
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.
Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified 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. 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, sex, 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 “Know Your Rights,” please see here.
Applicants 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. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
Blue Origin manufactures and operates rocket engines, reusable launch vehicles, lunar landers, and satellite systems. Discover more at BlueOrigin.com. *We hope you engage with us and our community. However, we reserve the right to remove derogatory or off-topic comments from our social media accounts. Thank you for understanding.*
Offices: Kent, WA, US · Huntsville, AL, US · Merritt Island, FL, US · Los Angeles, CA, US · Reston, VA, US
Blue Origin manufactures and operates rocket engines, reusable launch vehicles, lunar landers, and satellite systems. Discover more at BlueOrigin.com. *We hope you engage with us and our community. However, we reserve the right to remove derogatory or off-topic comments from our social media accounts. Thank you for understanding.*
Offices: Kent, WA, US · Huntsville, AL, US · Merritt Island, FL, US · Los Angeles, CA, US · Reston, VA, US
