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 current 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.

About the Role This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s 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 transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As a Valve Responsible Engineer, you will own components across their complete life cycle, from requirements definition and conceptual design through detailed design, development testing, verification, and flight operations. You will be part of a team of designing the next generation of valves for crewed lunar vehicles to enable a sustained human presence on the Moon.

Responsibilities

Own valve designs end-to-end: requirements, interfaces, detailed design, drawing release, test support, and anomaly resolution

Perform first-order structural, thermal,



and flow analyses to verify designs; coordinate with the analysis team for higher-fidelity modeling (FEA, CFD)

Size components, select materials, and evaluate performance under pressure, vibration, temperature, and mechanical loads

Create Drawings and apply GD&T; per ASME Y14.5 to produce manufacturable, inspectable hardware

Model valves, fittings, actuators, and interfaces in Creo within the flight vehicle assembly

Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, and manufacturing to source, fabricate, and deliver flight hardware

Support development and qualification testing; analyze test data and iterate designs

Mentor junior engineers and participate in technical peer reviews

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

4+ years of experience in valve or mechanical/fluids component design

Working knowledge of propulsion and fluid system components (valves, regulators, check valves, relief valves, actuators) for cryogenic and propellant service

Proficiency with Creo (or equivalent parametric CAD) for part and assembly modeling

Experience applying GD&T; to component drawings

Familiarity with design analysis tools such as ANSYS or Thermal Desktop

Ability to define test requirements, support test execution, and conduct data analysis

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

Desired Qualifications

M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field

Experience with FEA or CFD software (ANSYS Mechanical or equivalent)

Hands-on experience with cryogenic or high-pressure fluid system hardware

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20VA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don’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.

Export Control Regulations

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.

Background Check

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

📌 Fluids Valve Design Engineer Mid Career– Lunar Transportation (Prince Edward Island)
🏢 Blue Origin
📍 Prince Edward Island