CareerPlan

Mechanical Engineer II (Valve Design) - New Glenn

Greater Seattle Area, USFull-time$99k–$139k2026-11-04 → 2026-11-10
Based in United StatesCitizens or permanent residents only

Core

Lead the design, analysis, development, and qualification of next-generation mechanical components (valves, regulators, actuators, pumps) for the New Glenn heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle.

Role type

Senior IC mechanical engineer (aerospace propulsion systems)

Builds

Reusable first-stage launch vehicle components for human-capable orbital missions

Domain

Aerospace / Space launch vehicles

Required skills

Mechanical system design, fluid flow analysis, thermal analysis, structural analysis, GD&T, 3D CAD, FEA, supplier integration, manufacturing support

Preferred skills

Cryogenic fluid system design, thermo-fluid analysis, aerospace-grade materials knowledge, supplier relationship management

Technologies

Creo, ANSYS, Thermal Desktop, AFT, REFPROP

Responsibilities

Oversee component lifecycle from requirements to post-flight serviceability, perform sizing and material selection, collaborate on fabrication and testing of flight hardware, contribute to mechanical design and test planning

Seniority

Mid-Senior, hands-on IC