Grounds Systems Cryogenic Fluids Design Engineer (Mid Career)

About the role

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, analyze, and test cryogenic fluid systems to include storage, conveyance, and control.
• Develop and validate models of fluid systems using relevant software tools.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate cryogenic fluid systems into aerospace vehicles.
• Prepare technical documentation and present findings to stakeholders.
• Ensure designs comply with safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in design reviews and provide technical input for continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Four-year aerospace or mechanical engineering degree (or similar discipline)
• 5+ years of experience in a similar role
• Experience with Solid modelling or plant modelling, piping and instrumentation diagrams (P&IDs), and configuration control of engineering and documentation.
• Experience understanding fabrication and installation drawings
• Knowledge of standard components, installation, and fabrication methods of piping systems (pipe stock, fittings, connections, valves, fasteners, structural members, fittings, welding, etc.)
• Proven expertise in utilizing AFT Fathom and Arrow or similar tools for advanced analysis and design of Fluid systems.
• Proficient in Thermal Desktop for complex thermofluid analysis.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to provide innovative solutions to complex technical challenges.

Desired

• Hands-on experience operating and troubleshooting mechanical and/or piping systems.
• Experience with creating process hazards analyses, job hazards analysis and formal risk evaluation.
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3
• Experience with design and operation of typical aerospace cryogenic fuels and oxidizers
• Experience with design, operations, and maintenance of cryogenic systems
• Knowledge of precision cleaning processes / levels and passivation of stainless steel
• Knowledge of marine environment corrosion mitigation (material and coatings selection)
• Familiarity with test equipment, such as multimeters, dew point meters, vacuum equipment, regulator panels.

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.

Benefits

• 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%
• 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.

Pay

TBD

Schedule

TBD

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• 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.

Company

• Equal Employment Opportunity
• Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation