Austin Ray
About Austin Ray
Austin Ray is a Pressure & Fluid Systems Engineer at BLUE ORIGIN and a Research Colleague at NMSU Chemistry Department with extensive experience in pressure systems design and fluid dynamics.
Company: Blue Origin
Austin Ray currently works as a Pressure & Fluid Systems Engineer at Blue Origin. He has been with the company since 2021, based in Cape Canaveral, Florida, USA. In his role, he handles pressure system design and fluid mechanics for aerospace applications. His work contributes to the overall safety and reliability of fluid and pressure systems used in Blue Origin's space missions. He applies his expertise in precision cleaning and handling of flight hardware, ensuring high standards for system performance.
Company: NMSU Chemistry Department
Austin Ray has been a Research Colleague at the New Mexico State University (NMSU) Chemistry Department since 2017. Located in Las Cruces, New Mexico, his work involves conducting advanced research in chemistry, contributing to several ongoing projects. His background in mechanical engineering and specialized training equips him to tackle complex research problems and innovate in the field of chemistry.
Previous Role: NASA - Jacobs Technology
Prior to his current positions, Austin Ray worked as a Pressure Systems Design Engineer at NASA - Jacobs Technology from 2016 to 2021. During his tenure, he focused on designing and evaluating pressure systems ensuring compliance with ASME BPVC & B31.3 standards. His role included conducting system failure analysis and hazard prevention studies to ensure the safety and reliability of NASA's pressure system designs.
Previous Role: Xcel Energy
Austin Ray served as a Power Plant Engineer at Xcel Energy from 2013 to 2016 in Hobbs, New Mexico. At Xcel Energy, he managed thermal power plant cycle and efficiency, performed quality inspections, and conducted non-destructive examination (NDE) of materials using techniques such as radiography and ultrasonic testing. His expertise in power plant operations contributed significantly to improving plant efficiency and safety.
Education and Certification
Austin Ray earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering from New Mexico State University (NMSU) in 2012. His academic focus included mechanical engineering, thermal dynamics, and structural mechanics. Additionally, he completed several professional development courses such as ASME PD443 BPVC in 2017, ASME Failure Prevention & Repair of Piping, Vessels, and Tanks Course (VCPD077) in 2020, and ASME PD581-B31.3: Process Piping Design, Materials, Fabrication, Examination, and Testing course in 2020. He also attended WSTF-led courses on various topics including pressure vessel design and system flow capacity.