Lead Aerospace Structural Analyst – FEA, Mentorship & Spaceflight Impact

InvestedintheMission

Town of Florida (NY)

On-site

USD 145,000 - 203,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Stock Options for regular employees

Paid Time Off

401(k) with company match

Educational Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a senior structural engineer to lead advanced structural analyses for the New Glenn program. You will supervise teams, drive deliverables, and apply FEA/hand calculations to optimize weight, strength, and durability while ensuring design compliance.

The role requires 10+ years in structural analysis, FEMAP proficiency, and clear technical reporting to multi-disciplinary teams. Spaceflight culture emphasizes safety, collaboration, and mission impact.

Qualifications

10+ years of structural analysis experience.
Strong understanding of material properties, failure mechanisms, and structural dynamics.
Demonstrated leadership in cross-functional projects.
Knowledge of space industry product development cycles.
Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities.
Experience with FEA software; FEMAP required.
Ability to write technical reports and present to a multi-disciplinary team.
Ability to lead projects and work effectively in a team.

Responsibilities

Lead and conduct advanced structural analysis for aerospace components and systems.
Lead project teams, manage deliverables, and ensure timely completion of milestones.
Perform structural analyses using FEA and other methods on diverse designs and materials.
Develop and validate analytical models to simulate structural performance under various conditions.
Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure accuracy and compliance.
Produce engineering documentation and manipulate data from hardware testing.
Mentor junior analysts/engineers and provide guidance on methodologies.