Blue Origin
Structural Analyst III - New Glenn Stage 2 & Payload Accommodations
Blue Origin, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
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Structural Analyst III - New Glenn Stage 2 & PA
role at
Blue Origin
Application closes when requisition is closed. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
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.
This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy-lift launch vehicle. It is a hands-on position involving structural analysis through design, assembly, testing, and flight operations.
We are looking for someone to apply technical expertise, leadership, and commitment to quality to safe human spaceflight.
Responsibilities
Take ownership of the full lifecycle of hardware from requirements definition through concept development, design, analysis, testing, qualification, and integration
Design, analyze, develop, and test primary and secondary metallic and composite unpressurized structures
Complete hand calculations and FEM analyses to report margins of safety for primary and secondary aerospace structures
Document stress analyses to support release of engineering drawings/documents
Perform research, develop concepts, and run trade studies providing technical guidance (risk vs. cost vs. performance)
Build system and detail level models supporting structural design
Take ownership of structural test planning, execution, data reduction, analysis, and authoring of test reports
Prepare technical content and present to internal and external customers
Collaborate with internal and external teams throughout design, manufacturing, and mission integration
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 6+ years of experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures
Experience on recently developed aircraft or launch vehicles in one or more areas: vehicle load path distribution and first order strength assessment and sizing; skin-stringer, orthogrid, isogrid, and composite sandwich panel design
Experience in a multi-functional organization to develop designs and produce engineered products
Strong understanding of composite and metallic design fundamentals
Demonstrated expertise with analysis codes: Ansys, Nastran, Optistruct, Hypermesh
Experience in bolted joint design and analysis
Structural design experience using CAD (Creo/Windchill preferred), hand calculations, and FEA tools
Ability to own hardware lifecycle from requirements through integration onto a launch vehicle
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative attitude and effective interpersonal skills
Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn, take ownership, and drive projects to completion
Preferred Qualifications
Dynamic separation systems and interface design
Experience with rapid development techniques for hardware
Experience with fabrication using automated fiber placement (AFP) and tape laying (ATL)
Fabrication of large-scale out-of-autoclave composite structures
Experience developing manufacturing processes for transition to production
Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication and integration processes, and quality control
Experience with Optimization and Design of Experiments (DOE) for design, analysis, and testing
Compensation WA applicants: $117,498.00-$164,497.20
Other site ranges may differ
Culture and Compliance Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire on the basis of qualifications, performance, and abilities, and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. Applicants may be considered in compliance with applicable laws. For more information, see Know Your Rights. For accessibility, contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
401(k) with company match up to 5%
Education Support Program
Paid time off up to four weeks per year, plus holidays
Discretionary bonuses
Employment Type
Full-time
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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Structural Analyst III - New Glenn Stage 2 & PA
role at
Blue Origin
Application closes when requisition is closed. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis.
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.
This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy-lift launch vehicle. It is a hands-on position involving structural analysis through design, assembly, testing, and flight operations.
We are looking for someone to apply technical expertise, leadership, and commitment to quality to safe human spaceflight.
Responsibilities
Take ownership of the full lifecycle of hardware from requirements definition through concept development, design, analysis, testing, qualification, and integration
Design, analyze, develop, and test primary and secondary metallic and composite unpressurized structures
Complete hand calculations and FEM analyses to report margins of safety for primary and secondary aerospace structures
Document stress analyses to support release of engineering drawings/documents
Perform research, develop concepts, and run trade studies providing technical guidance (risk vs. cost vs. performance)
Build system and detail level models supporting structural design
Take ownership of structural test planning, execution, data reduction, analysis, and authoring of test reports
Prepare technical content and present to internal and external customers
Collaborate with internal and external teams throughout design, manufacturing, and mission integration
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 6+ years of experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures
Experience on recently developed aircraft or launch vehicles in one or more areas: vehicle load path distribution and first order strength assessment and sizing; skin-stringer, orthogrid, isogrid, and composite sandwich panel design
Experience in a multi-functional organization to develop designs and produce engineered products
Strong understanding of composite and metallic design fundamentals
Demonstrated expertise with analysis codes: Ansys, Nastran, Optistruct, Hypermesh
Experience in bolted joint design and analysis
Structural design experience using CAD (Creo/Windchill preferred), hand calculations, and FEA tools
Ability to own hardware lifecycle from requirements through integration onto a launch vehicle
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative attitude and effective interpersonal skills
Self-motivated with a strong desire to learn, take ownership, and drive projects to completion
Preferred Qualifications
Dynamic separation systems and interface design
Experience with rapid development techniques for hardware
Experience with fabrication using automated fiber placement (AFP) and tape laying (ATL)
Fabrication of large-scale out-of-autoclave composite structures
Experience developing manufacturing processes for transition to production
Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication and integration processes, and quality control
Experience with Optimization and Design of Experiments (DOE) for design, analysis, and testing
Compensation WA applicants: $117,498.00-$164,497.20
Other site ranges may differ
Culture and Compliance Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We hire on the basis of qualifications, performance, and abilities, and provide equal opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or other protected status. Applicants may be considered in compliance with applicable laws. For more information, see Know Your Rights. For accessibility, contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability
401(k) with company match up to 5%
Education Support Program
Paid time off up to four weeks per year, plus holidays
Discretionary bonuses
Employment Type
Full-time
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
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