Facility Design Fire Protection Engineer

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Parental Leave

Disability Insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Company Holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a seasoned Facility Design Fire Protection Engineer to lead fire protection efforts across new construction and facility modifications. You will collaborate with architects, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers to integrate fire protection into facility design and ensure life safety standards.

Responsibilities include hydraulic analyses, FHA, egress, and preparation of design packages for suppression, detection, and alarm systems, while coordinating with AHJs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering discipline.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire protection engineering design for new and existing facilities, including system design, layout, and specification development.

Skills

Fire protection design

Hydraulic modeling

NFPA codes

Engineering drawings

AHJ coordination

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

HydraCAD

SprinkCALC

AutoSPRINK

AutoCAD

Revit (MEP)

Job description

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 Blue Origin corporate functions, providing centralized support across Blue Origin business unit teams, functions, and locations. Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Facility Design Fire Protection Engineer to join our Facilities Engineering team. In this role, you will be responsible for leading fire protection engineering efforts across new construction and existing facility modification projects. You will apply your technical expertise to ensure our facilities meet the highest standards of life safety and fire protection in support of Blue Origin's mission.

We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Responsibilities

• Lead fire protection engineering design for new and existing facilities, including system design, layout, and specification development
• Perform fire protection engineering analyses including: Fire hazard analyses (FHA) Egress analyses Hydraulic calculations for sprinkler and suppression systems Smoke control and detection system design Fire resistance rating evaluations
• Develop and review construction documents, drawings, specifications, and design packages for fire suppression, detection, and alarm systems
• Ensure compliance with applicable codes and standards including NFPA, IBC, IFC, and local Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) requirements
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert (SME) and provide guidance to junior engineers and cross-functional teams
• Coordinate with architects, structural, mechanical, and electrical engineers to integrate fire protection systems into overall facility designs
• Interface with AHJs, insurance carriers, and third-party reviewers during design reviews and permitting processes
• Conduct site assessments and inspections of existing facilities to identify fire protection deficiencies and develop remediation plans
• Support development and maintenance of facility fire protection standards, design guides, and engineering policies
• Review contractor submittals, shop drawings, and RFIs for fire protection systems
• Provide support during construction administration and system commissioning

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Fire Protection Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline
• Active Professional Engineer (PE) license in at least one U.S. state (reciprocity or willingness to obtain additional state licensure may be required)
• 12+ years of progressive experience in fire protection engineering design
• Demonstrated experience designing fire protection systems for industrial, laboratory, manufacturing, or aerospace facility environments
• Proficiency with hydraulic modeling software (e.g., HydraCAD, SprinkCALC, AutoSPRINK)
• Strong working knowledge of NFPA codes and standards (13, 14, 20, 72, 101, etc.) and IBC/IFC
• Experience producing stamped engineering drawings and design packages
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• SFPE membership or Board Certified Fire Protection Engineer (BCFPE) designation
• Experience with performance-based fire protection design and analysis
• Familiarity with special hazard suppression systems (clean agent, foam, CO₂)
• Experience working with rocket propellant storage or high-piled storage environments
• Proficiency with AutoCAD or Revit (MEP)
• Experience navigating complex AHJ environments across multiple states
• Master's degree in Fire Protection Engineering

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

• 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.

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 workforce. 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.