Fluid Systems Design Engineer II – Upper Stage 9x4 Next Gen New Glenn

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Fluid Systems Design Engineer II developing fluid systems for New Glenn heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle. Leading design, analysis, and testing for rocket fluid systems.

Posted 7/21/2026full-timeGreater Seattle Area • Colorado, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $90,934 - $127,307 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in the design, development, and testing of fluid systems for aerospace applications, with a strong focus on high-pressure and cryogenic hardware. Proficient in managing supplier relationships and ensuring integration across various engineering disciplines.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Fluid System Component DesignThermo-Fluid ModelingAerospace Quality ControlTroubleshooting Fluids HardwareSupplier Management

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Hard Skills

Fluid Component DesignThermo-Fluid AnalysisStructural LayoutIntegration ProcessesComponent TestingData AnalysisMaterials KnowledgeManufacturing SolutionsRequirements DefinitionHigh Pressure Systems

Soft Skills

Creative ThinkingProblem SolvingCollaborationRisk Management

Certifications & Qualifications

B.S. Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

AerospaceLaunch VehicleSpacecraftFluid SystemsPressure VesselsValvesFlex ElementsMachined ComponentsTubes/PipingQualification and Delivery

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, development, analysis and testing of fluid systems for rockets
Engage in all levels of the design cycle including conceptual design, requirements definition, thermo-fluid modeling, structural layout and analysis, integration, test and mission support
Use creative thinking and novel manufacturing solutions to solve complex problems with high pressure, cryogenic, and highly stressed hardware
Author component specifications and manage suppliers through design, development, qualification and delivery of flight hardware
Work closely with other groups to ensure your systems work together, resolving issues with calculated risk
Lead and participate in component and system level testing and data analysis

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering
3+ years experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle fluid system component design or test
Experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicles in the detail design of aerospace or equivalent type fluid systems and components
Solid understanding of fluid components such as valves, pressure vessels, flex elements and fittings
Knowledge of fabrication, integration processes and quality control relative to tubes/piping and machined components
Working knowledge of materials and treatments
Experience troubleshooting fluids hardware

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
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation