Propulsion Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN

Mid-Level Fluid Controls Engineer designing valves for propulsion systems at Blue Origin. Coordinating project development and mentoring junior engineers in aerospace engineering.

Posted 6/11/2026full-timeGreater Seattle Area • Alabama, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $121,023 - $169,432 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own valve component and assembly designs from concept development through qualification, ensuring designs meet rigorous safety, reliability, and performance standards
Apply strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis to drive sound design decisions
Examine non-conforming hardware and develop effective technical resolutions in a timely manner
Oversee component testing, both standalone and within engine hot fire test environments, ensuring compliance with design requirements and goals
Utilize CAD tools and GD&T practices to develop precise, manufacturable hardware designs
Coordinate development activities across program leaders, systems engineers, suppliers, and test groups
Manage project timelines and deliverables for assigned valve and mechanism development efforts
Lead stakeholder communication by preparing and presenting design status updates, technical reviews, and project health reports to program leadership
Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to manage component procurement, track deliverables, and resolve issues
Support design-to-production transitions, partnering with manufacturing and quality teams
Mentor and guide junior engineers through development approaches, design techniques, and problem-solving methods
Foster a collaborative, safety-first team culture consistent with Blue Origin's core values

Requirements

What you’ll need

Passion for Blue Origin's mission : Millions of people living and working in space
B.S. degree in an engineering discipline (Aerospace, Mechanical, Chemical, or Physics preferred)
5+ years of professional engineering experience with valves, fluid control systems, and/or mechanisms, including rocket or jet engine experience
Demonstrated experience coordinating across multiple teams or stakeholders in a technical program or project setting
Strong technical fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis
Strong knowledge of hardware design processes and fabrication techniques related to valves
Experience examining and resolving non-conforming hardware
Proficiency with Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools
Familiarity with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) per ASME Y14.5
Familiarity with data analysis and data processing
High attention to detail with strong organizational and coordination skills — essential for effective project management
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.

Benefits

Comp & perks

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%
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.

ATS Keywords

✓ Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

propulsionfluid mechanicsthermodynamicsstructural analysishardware design processesfabrication techniquesnon-conforming hardware resolutiondata analysisdata processingproject management

Soft Skills

organizational skillscoordination skillsstakeholder communicationmentoringcollaborationproblem-solvingattention to detailleadership