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Senior Engine System Analyst at Blue Origin

Blue Origin Southgate, MI

Job Description

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. Were 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 Blue Origin Engines business unit where our focus is the design development manufacturing and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial civil national security and human spaceflight.As a key propulsion analyst you will build and run steady state and transient analytic models of engines and other test articles to predict how they operate. You will use these models to develop engine requirements build test sequences and help with vehicle trajectory design. You will correlate system models to test data and provide the engine test team with test sequences and other guidance about safe engine operation. You will work with vehicle simulations to ensure engine modeling is accurate for flight mission simulations.Responsibilities:Build and run steady state and transient analytic models of rocket engines and test articlesSupport rocket engine and component level testing to ensure performance meets requirements and help define iterative upgradesAnalyze internal fluid flow problems using advanced lumped parameter modelsLead collaboration with component design engineers chief engineers and program leaders to develop and refine system modelsDevelop and apply analysis processes and tools using Python and MatLabWork collaboratively with peers to solve problemsProvide mentoring and peer review of work to junior engineers and share knowledge base with other analyst teamsQualifications:Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering8 years of engineering experienceThorough understanding of rocket engines gas turbine engines internal combustion engines etc.Thorough understanding and ability to apply engineering fundamentals including thermodynamics fluid dynamics heat transfer and power systemsProficient in programming and knowledge of at least one programming/scripting language (Python/MATLAB/etc)5 years prior experience with data analysisCuriosity to understand engines at a component and system levelDesire to work in a coordinated fast-paced and dynamic environmentStrong written and verbal communication skillsAbility to work optimally in and lead teamsAbility to be self-directed and balance several tasks at one timeDesired:M.S. degree or higher5 years of experience in system modelingExperience in cryogenic propellantsExperience with rocket engine developmentKnowledge of ROCETS NPSS GFSSP Thermal Desktop or an equivalent system modeling software packageProficiency in Matlab Python and FortranExperience with system or performance analysis across the lifecycle of a product or different productsExperience with engine qualification and verificationMature understanding of numerical solvers and methodsSolid understanding of a variety of propellantsExperience working with engine components such as pumps turbines injectors combustors and valvesCompensation Range for:CA applicants is $140959.00-$197342.25;WA applicants is $140959.00-$197342.25Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 RegulationsApplicants 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 a refugee or granted asylum.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 10001 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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.Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details. Equal Employment OpportunityBlue 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us at. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills IT Experience,SQL,System Design,Agile,.NET,Microsoft SQL Server,Waterfall,Business requirements,SDLC,Systems Analysis,Oracle,Cerner Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 140959 - 197342

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