Blue Origin
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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.
As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will be responsible for the structural analysis of launch vehicle hardware including landing gear, control surfaces, and mechanisms for multiple spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of structural integrity throughout the entire product lifecycle, including concept design, testing, and flight operations.
Responsibilities
Finite element analysis as well as strength checks using classical hand calculation Conduct failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) for critical components Collaborate with design engineers to optimize structural designs for weight, strength, and manufacturability Documentation of structural analysis to support the release of engineering drawings/documents Providing technical guidance on design concepts (risk vs. cost vs. performance) Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status Providing input for configuration development and trade studies as needed Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 7+ years of professional experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures Experience with classical strength analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark, Shigley, etc.) Experience with one or more finite element modeling (FEM) packages (ABAQUS strongly desired, or HyperWorks) Understanding of FEM modeling techniques (boundary conditions, bolted connections, contact, verification methods, elastic, and elastoplastic analysis, etc.) Proven process automation experience using scripting languages (MATLAB, Python, etc.) Preferred Qualifications
M.S. degree in engineering (or related technical field) and 10+ years of experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures, or automotive Proven understanding of fatigue/fracture (NDE methods, fail-safe vs. safe life, NASA-STD-5019) Ability to understand and build free-body diagrams for internal and reaction load derivation Familiarity with classical aerospace sizing methods (ex: Bruhn, Niu, Roark) Nonlinear finite element analysis of stability critical structures (local buckling phenomenon, global buckling, crippling) Bolted joint hand calculations (bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction, insert pull-out, NASA-STD-5020, etc.) Experience writing detailed design and analysis reports Experience analyzing/dispositioning non-conformances Compensation Range
CO applicants is $107,707.00-$150,789.45; WA applicants is $117,498.00-$164,497.20 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 based on weekly scheduled hours, 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. 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. 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. 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.
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Finite element analysis as well as strength checks using classical hand calculation Conduct failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA) for critical components Collaborate with design engineers to optimize structural designs for weight, strength, and manufacturability Documentation of structural analysis to support the release of engineering drawings/documents Providing technical guidance on design concepts (risk vs. cost vs. performance) Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status Providing input for configuration development and trade studies as needed Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 7+ years of professional experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures Experience with classical strength analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark, Shigley, etc.) Experience with one or more finite element modeling (FEM) packages (ABAQUS strongly desired, or HyperWorks) Understanding of FEM modeling techniques (boundary conditions, bolted connections, contact, verification methods, elastic, and elastoplastic analysis, etc.) Proven process automation experience using scripting languages (MATLAB, Python, etc.) Preferred Qualifications
M.S. degree in engineering (or related technical field) and 10+ years of experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures, or automotive Proven understanding of fatigue/fracture (NDE methods, fail-safe vs. safe life, NASA-STD-5019) Ability to understand and build free-body diagrams for internal and reaction load derivation Familiarity with classical aerospace sizing methods (ex: Bruhn, Niu, Roark) Nonlinear finite element analysis of stability critical structures (local buckling phenomenon, global buckling, crippling) Bolted joint hand calculations (bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction, insert pull-out, NASA-STD-5020, etc.) Experience writing detailed design and analysis reports Experience analyzing/dispositioning non-conformances Compensation Range
CO applicants is $107,707.00-$150,789.45; WA applicants is $117,498.00-$164,497.20 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 based on weekly scheduled hours, 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. 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. 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. 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.
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