Blue Origin
Overview
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems with a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit and beyond. The first stage is fully reusable and designed to be human-capable. You will be part of a small, hardworking, and accomplished team responsible for the design, analysis, development, testing, and qualification of structural subsystems for New Glenn’s second stage and payload accommodations. The position emphasizes technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Application Close Date
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. Location
Seattle, WA (various postings listed in the job description). Responsibilities
Lead a design team through frequent hardware design cycles and advise on design, analysis, qualification, testing, manufacturing, and integration activities Foster open communication and present to all levels of leadership within the organization Drive solutions forward and advise the team on problem resolution Own the full hardware lifecycle from requirements definition through concept development, design, analysis, testing, qualification, and integration onto a launch vehicle Design, analyze, develop, and test primary and secondary metallic and composite structures Perform research, develop concepts, and run trade studies Build 3D models, detail part drawings, assemblies, installations, and interface control documents Build test plans, specifications, and other documentation for the development of flight hardware Provide technical guidance and on-site support for manufacturing, production, and integration activities Support configuration development and trade studies Take ownership of test planning, execution, data reduction, analysis, and authoring of test reports Collaborate with multi-functional teams responsible for materials, manufacturing processes, and suppliers Develop component specifications and manage suppliers Plan, coordinate, conduct tests, and review test data Develop and procure new equipment and tooling Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status Coach, mentor, and technically assist other engineers Identify opportunities for improvements and operational cost savings Work with spacecraft customers in a technical capacity Own spacecraft structural integration cycles and drive hardware discrepancies to resolution Prepare technical content and present to internal and external customers Complete hand calculations and FEM analyses to report margins of safety for primary and secondary aerospace structures Perform access studies, loss of clearance analyses, vehicle clocking studies, and develop mission-specific solutions Collaborate with internal and external teams through design, manufacturing, and mission integration Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 10+ years of experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum Experience on recently developed aircraft or launch vehicles in areas such as: vehicle load path distribution, first-order strength assessment and sizing; skin-stringer and sandwich panel design; material selection and manufacturing techniques Experience working in a multi-functional organization to develop designs and produce world-class engineered products Strong understanding of composite and metallic design fundamentals Demonstrated expertise with analysis codes: ANSYS, Nastran, Optistruct, LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, Hypersizer Experience in bolted joint design and analysis Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance analysis (ASME Y14.5) Familiarity with ASME Y14.100 and Y14.41 Structural design experience using CAD (Creo/Windchill preferred), hand calculations, and FEA (ANSYS preferred) 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 Strong desire to continuously learn and improve Self-motivated with a drive to learn, own, and complete projects Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships Willing and able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance Preferred Qualifications
Dynamic separation systems and interface design Experience with rapid development techniques for hardware Experience with 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) methods applied to design, analysis, and testing Compensation & Benefits
Compensation ranges vary by site; WA applicants: $140,959.00-$197,342.25 Other site ranges may differ Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, and Education Support Program Paid time off and holidays; discretionary bonus program Compliance & Equal Opportunity
Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer EEO information and disability accommodation contacts available for applicants Background checks are required for all positions; additional checks may apply depending on role Export control regulations apply; U.S. citizenship or eligible status required Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blue Origin. Get notified about new Structural Design Engineer jobs in Seattle, WA.
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At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems with a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit and beyond. The first stage is fully reusable and designed to be human-capable. You will be part of a small, hardworking, and accomplished team responsible for the design, analysis, development, testing, and qualification of structural subsystems for New Glenn’s second stage and payload accommodations. The position emphasizes technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Application Close Date
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. Location
Seattle, WA (various postings listed in the job description). Responsibilities
Lead a design team through frequent hardware design cycles and advise on design, analysis, qualification, testing, manufacturing, and integration activities Foster open communication and present to all levels of leadership within the organization Drive solutions forward and advise the team on problem resolution Own the full hardware lifecycle from requirements definition through concept development, design, analysis, testing, qualification, and integration onto a launch vehicle Design, analyze, develop, and test primary and secondary metallic and composite structures Perform research, develop concepts, and run trade studies Build 3D models, detail part drawings, assemblies, installations, and interface control documents Build test plans, specifications, and other documentation for the development of flight hardware Provide technical guidance and on-site support for manufacturing, production, and integration activities Support configuration development and trade studies Take ownership of test planning, execution, data reduction, analysis, and authoring of test reports Collaborate with multi-functional teams responsible for materials, manufacturing processes, and suppliers Develop component specifications and manage suppliers Plan, coordinate, conduct tests, and review test data Develop and procure new equipment and tooling Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status Coach, mentor, and technically assist other engineers Identify opportunities for improvements and operational cost savings Work with spacecraft customers in a technical capacity Own spacecraft structural integration cycles and drive hardware discrepancies to resolution Prepare technical content and present to internal and external customers Complete hand calculations and FEM analyses to report margins of safety for primary and secondary aerospace structures Perform access studies, loss of clearance analyses, vehicle clocking studies, and develop mission-specific solutions Collaborate with internal and external teams through design, manufacturing, and mission integration Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 10+ years of experience with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum Experience on recently developed aircraft or launch vehicles in areas such as: vehicle load path distribution, first-order strength assessment and sizing; skin-stringer and sandwich panel design; material selection and manufacturing techniques Experience working in a multi-functional organization to develop designs and produce world-class engineered products Strong understanding of composite and metallic design fundamentals Demonstrated expertise with analysis codes: ANSYS, Nastran, Optistruct, LS-DYNA, HyperMesh, Hypersizer Experience in bolted joint design and analysis Experience with Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance analysis (ASME Y14.5) Familiarity with ASME Y14.100 and Y14.41 Structural design experience using CAD (Creo/Windchill preferred), hand calculations, and FEA (ANSYS preferred) 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 Strong desire to continuously learn and improve Self-motivated with a drive to learn, own, and complete projects Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships Willing and able to obtain a Top Secret Clearance Preferred Qualifications
Dynamic separation systems and interface design Experience with rapid development techniques for hardware Experience with 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) methods applied to design, analysis, and testing Compensation & Benefits
Compensation ranges vary by site; WA applicants: $140,959.00-$197,342.25 Other site ranges may differ Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, parental leave, disability coverage, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, and Education Support Program Paid time off and holidays; discretionary bonus program Compliance & Equal Opportunity
Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer EEO information and disability accommodation contacts available for applicants Background checks are required for all positions; additional checks may apply depending on role Export control regulations apply; U.S. citizenship or eligible status required Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Blue Origin. Get notified about new Structural Design Engineer jobs in Seattle, WA.
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