Mechanical/Aerospace Engineer III - Piping Systems Analysis

Blue Origin LLC; Torch of Friendship (FL); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC seeks an experienced piping engineer to lead design and analysis of piping systems for space vehicle launch facilities. You will own piping stress analyses, guide design iterations, and ensure compliance with ASME B31.3 standards.

You will mentor junior engineers, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive risk mitigation across multiple projects, focusing on high pressure gas and cryogenic piping systems.

Qualifications

• Four-year aerospace or mechanical engineering degree (or similar).
• 7+ years in a technical engineering role with progression of responsibility.
• Extensive piping stress analyses with AutoPIPE; technical reviewer experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead piping and tubing analyses for launch complex GSE and test facilities.
• Develop and maintain piping analyses across full design lifecycle.
• Define and enforce analysis standards and best practices.
• Lead peer reviews and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers in piping analysis tools and code applications.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to meet cost, schedule, and technical requirements.

Skills

Piping stress analysis

AutoPIPE

ASME B31.3 knowledge

Mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelors in aerospace or mechanical engineering

Tools

Bentley AutoPIPE

AutoCAD

Creo (BIM tools)

Finite element tools (ANSYS/NASTRAN)

Job description

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 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. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of experts, you will lead the design and analysis of piping systems associated with space vehicle launch facilities. Typical systems include high pressure gas and cryogenic fluid systems. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the technical lead and primary group representative responsible for coordination and delivery of piping and tubing systems analysis for launch complex GSE and test facilities.
• Own the development and maintenance of piping analyses through the full design lifecycle, ensuring technical rigor and alignment with program requirements.
• Define and enforce analysis standards, methods, and best practices for the piping analysis discipline.
• Lead detailed peer reviews of analyses produced by internal team members and external partners, and clearly communicate findings to stakeholders for acceptance and/or design iteration.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in the use of piping analysis tools, interpretation of results, and application of design codes.
• Partner cross-functionally to ensure designs close on cost, schedule, and technical requirements, supporting structural, FEA, and fluid flow analyses with piping system details as needed.
• Identify and drive resolution of complex technical risks within piping systems across multiple concurrent projects.

Minimum Qualifications

• Four-year aerospace or mechanical engineering degree (or similar discipline).
• 7+ years of experience in a technical engineering role, with a demonstrated progression of responsibility.
• Extensive experience performing piping stress analyses and interpreting results using Bentley AutoPIPE, including serving as a technical reviewer for others' analyses.
• Demonstrated experience leading and mentoring others in the use of piping analysis tools and reviewing analyses.
• Deep working knowledge of ASME B31.3 design criteria for stress analysis of piping systems.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen a culture of inclusion.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience, especially in design and analysis of high pressure gas and cryogenic piping and tubing systems.
• Proven experience leading piping analysis efforts on large-scale aerospace or industrial projects.
• Comprehensive knowledge of standard components, installation, and fabrication methods of piping systems (pipe stock, fittings, connections, valves, fasteners, structural members, welding, etc.).
• Knowledge of fluid components typical in tubing and piping systems (valves, regulators, pumps, etc.).
• Experience interpreting P&IDs and fabrication/installation drawings for piping systems.
• Experience using AutoCAD or AutoCAD P&ID for creation and interrogation of P&IDs.
• Knowledge of solid modelling or plant modelling tools (Creo or similar BIM tools).
• Experience with structural hand calculations and analysis software (ANSYS, NASTRAN, 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

• 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

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affiantive Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

Additional Cultural Note

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. Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin!

Company Background

Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.