Thermal System Analysis and Model Integrator Engineer III at Blue Origin

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 Lunar Permanence business unit which develops Blue Origins Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origins 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.As part of a hardworking team of engineers you will contribute to the definition and development of spacecraft thermal control systems. You should be comfortable working in a fast-paced and often uncertain environment contributing to innovative solutions while demonstrating personal leadership technical competence and attention to detail.You will work directly with NASA as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program. You will play a key role in developing the system that will return humans to the Moon this time to stay.You will be a Thermal Analysis Engineer III within the Thermal Product Team. You will be responsible for performing and leading thermal analysis projects at system-level for our lunar landers during ground launch Earth orbit cis-lunar space lunar orbit and lunar surface mission phases.Contribute to a team of Thermal Engineers simultaneously developing groundbreaking lunar landers. 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:Focus on system-level analysis of the lunar landerOwn the delivery and quality of thermal analysis of the spacecraft system including when interfacing with other vehiclesBuild thermal models in Thermal Desktop/Sinda based on system inputs from external teamsIntegrate submodels from multiple contributing thermal analysts into a detailed system modelMaintain submodel build requirements documentation to ensure consistent modeling approach across submodels and seamless integration into the system modelSet up orbits/heating rates and case sets to cover analysis of all mission phasesDevelop logic blocks to model components of the thermal control architecturePredict spacecraft component temperatures and heater power across all mission phasesPerform model checks to ensure the accuracy and quality of resultsIdentify non-compliances to thermal requirements and drive them to resolutionPerform trade studies and optimizations of thermal design solutions and collaborate with external teams on the trade offsDocument thermal analysis results and present at internal review boards and program gated reviewsMaintain and enforce model version control process to ensure proper review and consistent model use for generating thermal predictionsMaintain a simplified system model to perform analysis trade studies requiring quick turnaround times. Ensure consistency between detailed and simplified modelsPerform model validation by correlating to test dataLead and mentor early-career analysis engineersRequired Qualifications:Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering5 years of relevant Thermal Analysis experience using Thermal Desktop/SindaEstablished understanding of heat transfer fundamentals in space environmentGood understanding of common spacecraft thermal hardwareUnderstanding of aerospace hardware verification and validation processDesired Qualifications:M.S. or PhD degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering7 years of relevant Thermal Analysis experienceStrong understanding of pumped fluid loop hardware such as pumps cold plates radiators valves heat exchangers etc and semi-passive devices like sensors and heatersFamiliar with thermal environments of lunar missionsExperience solving a variety of thermal problems demonstrating breadth in applicationExpert in Thermal Desktop and Sinda/FluintCompensation Range for:CA applicants is $117498.00-$164497.20;CO applicants is $107707.00-$150789.45;WA applicants is $117498.00-$164497.20Other 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. 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Key Skills Python,C/C++,Fortran,R,Data Mining,Matlab,Data Modeling,Laboratory Techniques,MongoDB,SAS,Systems Analysis,Dancing Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 107707 - 150789