Blue Origin has recently posted a job opportunity for a Senior Manager of Gen 2.0 Tank Fabrication, offering a closer look at its ambitious plans for the New Glenn rocket. The role involves overseeing the production of the rocket's propellant tank, described as the most structurally complex and schedule-critical subsystem.
The job posting highlights the company's development of Quattro, a more powerful upper stage for New Glenn. Unlike the current booster, which uses two engines, Quattro will be equipped with four BE-3U engines, significantly boosting its capabilities.
Blue Origin first announced plans for this advanced variant, labeled 9x4 (nine first-stage engines and four upper-stage engines), in November of the previous year. The Quattro upper stage is part of the company's broader strategy to enhance the performance and payload capacity of the New Glenn rocket, positioning it as a competitive player in the commercial spaceflight industry.
The job posting emphasizes the critical nature of the propellant tank's production, underscoring its importance in the rocket's overall structure and schedule. This role will require leadership in managing a team of specialists, technicians, and engineers to ensure the successful execution of this complex subsystem.
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