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Senior Structural Analyst - New Shepard
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Blue Origin .
As part of a hardworking team, you will oversee and perform structural analysis for various structures and systems on the New Shepard reusable launch vehicle. You will take ownership of the structural analysis and verification activities for vehicle design changes to improve vehicle safety, reliability, performance, and reduce operational cost. You will also support the disposition and repair development for manufacturing non‑conformance and service damage. As a Senior Analyst, you will coach, mentor, and technically assist other team members.
Responsibilities
Lead the analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures, including composites and metallic pieces, as well as integrated structural assemblies.
Perform detailed hand calculations and FEM analysis of primary and secondary aerospace structures.
Document stress analysis to support release of engineering drawings and documents.
Coach, mentor, and technically assist junior engineers.
Support configuration development and trade studies.
Conduct analysis checks for designers and junior structural analysts in stress, stability, fracture analysis and best practices.
Work with vertically‑integrated teams that are responsible for materials and manufacturing processes to produce world‑class aerospace hardware.
Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget and technical status.
Identify opportunities for safety improvements and operational cost savings.
Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree or higher in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience within the fields of aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures or systems analysis.
Demonstrated excellence in the following areas:
Static analysis of composite and metallic structures.
Analysis of stability‑critical structures.
Damage tolerance assessment of composite and metallic structures.
Vehicle‑level finite element model pre‑ and post‑processing as well as model verification and validation.
Proficiency with one or more of the following analysis codes, particularly with reading and manipulating input files: Optistruct, ANSYS.
Demonstrated expertise in the use of Altair Hyperworks products.
Effective communication and collaboration across a team, earning trust while maintaining positive and professional relationships.
Desired
Knowledge of aerospace and/or launch vehicle structural requirements.
Familiarity with composite failure modes and standard test methods (in‑plane, interlaminar, shear, fracture, etc.).
Experience with analysis of mechanical systems.
Experience with analysis of hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
Loads development experience.
Experience with Creo (ProEngineer Wildfire 4 or greater).
Compensation Range for WA applicants $140,959.00 – $197,342.25
Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? At Blue Origin we encourage you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building an authentic workplace and we value candidates whose experience aligns with a role even if it does not meet every desired qualification.
Export Control Regulations Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check.
Required for certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role requires presence on a military installation.
Required for certain job profiles: Drivers who operate commercial motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight or combination exceeding 10,001 lbs. may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Required for certain job profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre‑employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.
Benefits
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.
Employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on company intent to reward individual contributions and perform share‑based incentives.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal opportunity for hiring, promotions, and other employment terms regardless of protected status as defined by applicable laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants seeking information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans or requiring reasonable accommodation can contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please do not include any personal medical information.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice.
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Senior Structural Analyst - New Shepard
role at
Blue Origin .
As part of a hardworking team, you will oversee and perform structural analysis for various structures and systems on the New Shepard reusable launch vehicle. You will take ownership of the structural analysis and verification activities for vehicle design changes to improve vehicle safety, reliability, performance, and reduce operational cost. You will also support the disposition and repair development for manufacturing non‑conformance and service damage. As a Senior Analyst, you will coach, mentor, and technically assist other team members.
Responsibilities
Lead the analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures, including composites and metallic pieces, as well as integrated structural assemblies.
Perform detailed hand calculations and FEM analysis of primary and secondary aerospace structures.
Document stress analysis to support release of engineering drawings and documents.
Coach, mentor, and technically assist junior engineers.
Support configuration development and trade studies.
Conduct analysis checks for designers and junior structural analysts in stress, stability, fracture analysis and best practices.
Work with vertically‑integrated teams that are responsible for materials and manufacturing processes to produce world‑class aerospace hardware.
Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget and technical status.
Identify opportunities for safety improvements and operational cost savings.
Qualifications
Minimum of a B.S. degree or higher in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience within the fields of aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures or systems analysis.
Demonstrated excellence in the following areas:
Static analysis of composite and metallic structures.
Analysis of stability‑critical structures.
Damage tolerance assessment of composite and metallic structures.
Vehicle‑level finite element model pre‑ and post‑processing as well as model verification and validation.
Proficiency with one or more of the following analysis codes, particularly with reading and manipulating input files: Optistruct, ANSYS.
Demonstrated expertise in the use of Altair Hyperworks products.
Effective communication and collaboration across a team, earning trust while maintaining positive and professional relationships.
Desired
Knowledge of aerospace and/or launch vehicle structural requirements.
Familiarity with composite failure modes and standard test methods (in‑plane, interlaminar, shear, fracture, etc.).
Experience with analysis of mechanical systems.
Experience with analysis of hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
Loads development experience.
Experience with Creo (ProEngineer Wildfire 4 or greater).
Compensation Range for WA applicants $140,959.00 – $197,342.25
Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? At Blue Origin we encourage you to apply anyway. We are dedicated to building an authentic workplace and we value candidates whose experience aligns with a role even if it does not meet every desired qualification.
Export Control Regulations Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check.
Required for certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role requires presence on a military installation.
Required for certain job profiles: Drivers who operate commercial motor vehicles with a gross vehicle weight or combination exceeding 10,001 lbs. may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
Required for certain job profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre‑employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.
Benefits
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.
Employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on company intent to reward individual contributions and perform share‑based incentives.
Equal Employment Opportunity Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal opportunity for hiring, promotions, and other employment terms regardless of protected status as defined by applicable laws.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation Applicants seeking information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans or requiring reasonable accommodation can contact EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please do not include any personal medical information.
California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice.
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