BLUE ORIGIN
Senior Structures Design Engineer- Lunar Permanence
BLUE ORIGIN, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
This individual will use their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to join our team and positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required. You will work directly with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program. You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Responsibilities
Design, analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures, including composites and metallic piece parts, as well as integrated structural assemblies.
Create 3D models, detail part drawings, assemblies, installations, and interface control documents
Provide manufacturing and production support for your hardware
Provide technical guidance for integration
Support configuration development and trade studies
Apply practical approaches to hardware fabrication and cost impacts
Create test plans, specifications, and other documentation for the development of flight hardware
Work with vertically-integrated teams that are responsible for materials, manufacturing processes, to produce world-class aerospace hardware
Participate in subsystem test planning, execution, data reduction and analysis
Plan, coordinate, conduct tests, and review test data
Participate in the development and purchase of new equipment and tooling.
Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget and technical status
Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering.
8+ years of experience with automotive, aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures.
Experience on recently developed aircraft or launch vehicles in one or more of the following areas:
Structural design of metallic components and assemblies
Vehicle load path distribution, and first order strength assessment and sizing
Material selection, compatibility and manufacturing techniques
Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software.
Familiar with GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5).
Desired
Ability to rapidly apply structural mechanics principles and development designs using hand calculations and finite element analysis.
Understanding of material and design considerations in a cryogenic operating environment.
Experience with full product lifecycle of design, test, and production.
Experience with Creo (Pro/E) Wildfire 5 or greater, Windchill 10.
Knowledge of design and fabrication considerations for composite structures.
Familiarity with classical hand analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark’s ect.)
Familiarity with analysis codes: Nastran, ANSYS, Optistruct, Abaqus, HyperMesh, Hypersizer.
Compensation Compensation range varies by location: CA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25; CO applicants is $129,611.00-$181,454.70; WA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25. Other Site Ranges May Differ.
Culture and Compliance 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: DBIDS background check if role requires access to military installations
Required for Certain Job Profiles: CDL-related checks if applicable
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.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
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. We hire and promote on the basis of qualifications, performance, and abilities. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation: Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation may contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
California Applicant Privacy Notice: If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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Check out the role overview below If you are confident you have got the right skills and experience, apply today. Join to apply for the
Senior Structures Design Engineer- Lunar Permanence
role at
Blue Origin
1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants
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Senior Structures Design Engineer- Lunar Permanence
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Blue Origin
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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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.
This individual will use their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to join our team and positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required. You will work directly with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program. You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
Responsibilities
Design, analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures, including composites and metallic piece parts, as well as integrated structural assemblies.
Create 3D models, detail part drawings, assemblies, installations, and interface control documents
Provide manufacturing and production support for your hardware
Provide technical guidance for integration
Support configuration development and trade studies
Apply practical approaches to hardware fabrication and cost impacts
Create test plans, specifications, and other documentation for the development of flight hardware
Work with vertically-integrated teams that are responsible for materials, manufacturing processes, to produce world-class aerospace hardware
Participate in subsystem test planning, execution, data reduction and analysis
Plan, coordinate, conduct tests, and review test data
Participate in the development and purchase of new equipment and tooling.
Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget and technical status
Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering.
8+ years of experience with automotive, aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures.
Experience on recently developed aircraft or launch vehicles in one or more of the following areas:
Structural design of metallic components and assemblies
Vehicle load path distribution, and first order strength assessment and sizing
Material selection, compatibility and manufacturing techniques
Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software.
Familiar with GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5).
Desired
Ability to rapidly apply structural mechanics principles and development designs using hand calculations and finite element analysis.
Understanding of material and design considerations in a cryogenic operating environment.
Experience with full product lifecycle of design, test, and production.
Experience with Creo (Pro/E) Wildfire 5 or greater, Windchill 10.
Knowledge of design and fabrication considerations for composite structures.
Familiarity with classical hand analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark’s ect.)
Familiarity with analysis codes: Nastran, ANSYS, Optistruct, Abaqus, HyperMesh, Hypersizer.
Compensation Compensation range varies by location: CA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25; CO applicants is $129,611.00-$181,454.70; WA applicants is $140,959.00-$197,342.25. Other Site Ranges May Differ.
Culture and Compliance 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: DBIDS background check if role requires access to military installations
Required for Certain Job Profiles: CDL-related checks if applicable
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.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type; please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
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. We hire and promote on the basis of qualifications, performance, and abilities. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We will consider applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation: Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation may contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
California Applicant Privacy Notice: If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing
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