Senior Launch Operations Engineer - Cryogenics

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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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

This team owns all cryogenic systems for New Glenn including both ground and vehicle systems. The ideal candidate has a proven background in cryogenic propellant or fluid handling systems, including feedlines, pumps, rocket engines, valves, tubes, and instrumentation. Experience in the design, analysis, assembly, test, or operation of aerospace fluid systems is highly desired.

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:

• Contribute to the test and operation of the New Glenn orbital launch vehicle
• Responsible for processing flight systems, from receipt at launch site through launch and landing
• Ensure the launch vehicle and associated ground systems are prepared for flight
• Responsible for operating and maintaining ground and vehicle systems
• Work with other element teams to develop operational requirements, advocate for design-for-operations, and provide inputs for existing system improvements
• Oversee commissioning of new or modified systems at the Blue Origin Orbital Launch Site
• Author detailed procedures and help develop test equipment to complete integrated flight systems testing
• Author and run commissioning, maintenance, troubleshooting and operational procedures and work instructions
• Implement and execute corrective and preventative maintenance programs for ground and vehicle systems
• Collaborate on system CONOPs, and safety and process hazards analysis
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams on costs, schedule, and technical design requirements
• Occasional travel may be necessary

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. degree in mechanical engineering (or similar technical discipline)
• 8+ years of demonstrated technical expertise in hands-on operation and troubleshooting of cryogenic, propellant handling, or engine systems
• Knowledge of propellant loading and transfer processes
• Ability to write technical procedures, non-conformance documentation, and specifications
• Strong personnel coaching and mentoring skills
• Strong operations planning and organizational skills
• Ability to support occasional off shift work schedules
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent experience with launch vehicle integration and launch operations
• Ability to perform fluid flow estimate calculations
• Control room or operations experience in a real-time, intense, and high consequence environment
• Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL), software-in-the-loop (SWIL), or simulations testing
• Successful experience leading teams who integrate multiple subsystems to meet a top-level system requirement
• Strong safety record and mindset, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical tests and operations
• Experience leading test teams as a Test Conductor, Test Engineer, or engineering lead
• Effective project management, budget management, and team leadership skills
• Knowledgeable in Qt/QML, Simulink, MATLAB, Python, or Git

Culture Statement

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Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

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