Facility Design Fire Protection Engineer

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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 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.

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

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

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