Fluid Systems Engineer – Cryogenic & Ground Support

BLUE ORIGIN; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

A-Shift

Multiple positions

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced fluids engineer to design, analyze, and test cryogenic and pneumatic fluid systems for our launch complex development. You will define system requirements, create P&IDs, and interface with vehicle teams to ensure ground systems meet ICD specifications.

Responsibilities include leading technical direction, conducting trade studies, managing suppliers, and supporting fabrication, installation, and startup activities across facilities in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of relevant industry experience in fluid systems engineering.
• Demonstrated ability in the design and analysis of cryogenic and/or pneumatic fluid systems including process component selection and system architecture.
• Knowledge of cryogenic fluid behavior, heat transfer, and components (e.g., LN2, LOX, LH2).
• Knowledge of pneumatic and compressed gas system components (e.g., valves, regulators, air dryers).
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3, B31.12, and relevant cryogenic and compressed gas system standards.
• Proficiency with AFT analysis products or equivalent fluid system simulation software.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident.

Responsibilities

• Own and lead the design of fluid systems including cryogenic, pneumatic, and high‑pressure gas systems for new launch complex development.
• Lead technical direction and architecture decisions for fluid system design and implementation.
• Define system requirements, flow diagrams, and P&IDs from concept through preliminary design for launch complex infrastructure.
• Interface with vehicle teams to translate ICD requirements into ground system architecture.
• Drive trade studies for system sizing, equipment selection, and infrastructure layout.
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define system requirements and resolve technical challenges.
• Manage suppliers and coordinate cost, schedule, and technical design requirements.
• Provide remote and on-the-ground support during fabrication, installation, and startup of new facilities or upgrades.
• Prepare project plans including budget, schedule, and work breakdown.

Skills

Fluid systems engineering

Cryogenic systems

P&ID interpretation

ASME standards

Fluid simulations (AFT)

Education

Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering degree

Tools

Creo

Windchill

SINDA/FLUINT

AutoCAD

AutoCAD Plant/P&ID

Thermal Desktop

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced fluids engineer to design, analyze, and test cryogenic and pneumatic fluid systems for our launch complex development. You will define system requirements, create P&IDs, and interface with vehicle teams to ensure ground systems meet ICD specifications.

Responsibilities include leading technical direction, conducting trade studies, managing suppliers, and supporting fabrication, installation, and startup activities across facilities in a collaborative,