Fluid Systems & Propulsion Engineer – Early Career

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 new chapters to the history of spaceflight! We are collaborators, doers, and problem‑solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety.

This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

Multiple positions available across our Business Units. You will be matched with an appropriate engineering team based on your skillset and experience and our current business needs.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

• Kent, WA
• Huntsville, AL
• Van Horn, TX
• Cape Canaveral, FL

Your projects may include many aspects of applied fluid / mechanical engineering including design, analysis and test of fluid components and systems, propulsion systems and mechanical systems. The projects will include the integration of materials and processes, manufacturing, systems test, operations, and systems engineering. Specific duties are subject to our business unit objectives.

• Minimum of a BS degree in mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mechatronics or other relevant engineering field.
• Will have earned their degree within the last year and able to start by Fall 2026.
• Strong fundamentals in propulsion, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and structural analysis.
• Relevant internship/co‑op and/or hands‑on experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset.
• Self‑driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.

• M.S. degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering or other relevant engineering field.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas:
  • GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
  • 3D CAD Programs.
  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA).
  • Low‑pressure fluid systems (fans, ducting, heat exchangers, capillary pumps, etc.), valves, manifolds, fittings, tubing, seals, or other fluid systems.
  • Thermodynamics, fluid flow, or heat transfer analysis.
  • Safety assessment and operation of pressurized test hardware.
  • Machining, building, and maintaining pressurized or mechanical systems.

We are solving challenging, new problems and we need people to represent a wide variety of perspectives. Experience in aerospace is not a requirement. We value broad academic and industry experiences such as Tech, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive, and more. When you apply, include your internship, co‑curricular and research experience in your resume. Please also include the relevant programming languages you have used in these settings.

If you haven’t yet used a tool in a professional setting, please include relevant coursework that demonstrates your preparation for these roles.

WA applicants is $81,313.00 - $

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.

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