Thermal Analyst II Lunar Permanence

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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. 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)

We are looking for an engineer to be responsible for the system level transient thermal analysis of lunar transport vehicles in ground launch Earth orbit cis-lunar space lunar orbit and lunar surface environments using Thermal Desktop. Typical tasks include capturing system inputs constructing and vetting analysis models performing system level trade studies generating temperature and heat transfer predictions and documenting results.

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!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• 2 years relevant Thermal Engineering/Analysis experience
• Solid understanding of thermal fundamentals
• Demonstrated thermal analysis skills
• Familiarity with modeling spacecraft thermal performance using Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint

Desired:

• M.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering
• 5 years of relevant Thermal Engineering/Analysis experience
• Demonstrated experience with modeling spacecraft thermal performance using Thermal Desktop and Sinda/Fluint
• Experience solving a variety of thermal problems demonstrating breadth in analysis application
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g. Python C/C FORTRAN Matlab).
• Demonstrated ability to automate common analysis processes

Base Pay Range for:

CA applicants is $99201.00 - $138880.35 CO applicants is $90934.00 - $127307.25 WA applicants is $99201.00 - $138880.35

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont 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.

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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 a refugee or granted asylum.

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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.
• 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.
• 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.

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