Engineer III – Piping Systems and Stress Design

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! 

This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

As part of a diverse and hard-working team of engineers, you will design and develop ground-based fluid piping systems for a development program. You will be responsible for these systems’ complete product life cycle from initial definition through system operation. This includes all aspects of design, analysis, manufacturing, test support, data review, and maintenance. An emphasis will be placed on stress analysis for piping with large thermal gradients. Hardware responsibilities include high pressure storage & distribution systems, pneumatics, and other ancillary systems required to operate a novel architecture. You will need to have a strong technical background in fluid design and construction to code standards and regulations. The position will require some travel to Blue Origin sites to support development, maintenance, and operations.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, project management proficiency, and dedication to quality to positively Blue Origin’s mission. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 20% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Technical ownership of fluid subsystems.

• Perform stress analysis for complex pressurized piping systems across large thermal gradients.

• Derive support loads and coordinate support schemes with civil/structural engineers.

• Work with internal and external production organizations to resolve challenges encountered during manufacturing or procurement of fluid systems.

• Work with operations team to fabricate, install, activate, and operate fluid systems.

• Ensure operations and maintenance activities are conducted consistently with design intent and defined requirements.

• Collaborate with technical designers and configuration managers to establish product structures and configuration control of owned subsystems.

• Work directly with Supply Chain to ensure cost and schedule effective sourcing.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering (Mechanical, Aerospace, or Chemical desired).

• 5+ years of professional experience within a similar sector (aerospace, petrochemical, power, etc).

• Demonstrated expertise in design and development of pressurized piping system architectures.

• Strong technical fundamentals.

• Proficiency in pipe stress analysis and associated tools (Autopipe, CAESAR, etc).

• Experience in performing fluid system sizing calculations, layout, component and material selection, and deriving concept of operations.

• Experience with hydraulic modeling tools (AFT Fathom/Arrow, HYSYS, etc.)

• In-depth knowledge of industry standards including ASME B31.3, ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC).

• Experience generating plumbing and instrumentation documents (P&IDs).

• Experience guiding and mentoring less experienced engineers

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in engineering subject area or higher.

• 7+ years of proven experience working in a similar sector (aerospace, petrochemical, power, etc).

• Experience with on-site construction and commissioning support.

• Experience in deploying AI tools to automate repetitive analysis.

• Strong system safety fundamentals.

• Proficiency with computer aided design (CAD) tools.

• Experience with structural FEA tools (ANSYS, FE/Pipe, etc.).

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required 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 10,001 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, 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 physical

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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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