Lunar Lander Propulsion & Fluids Structural Analyst

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 111,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education support program

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Propulsion & Fluids Structural Analyst to support the MK2 Crew Lander, performing detailed structural analyses of propulsion hardware and collaborating with a high‑performing team. You will apply FEA, strength checks, FMEA, and regression reporting to qualification tests, working closely with design engineers to optimize weight, strength and manufacturability.

This on‑site role in Washington requires travel and offers opportunities to influence the vehicle lifecycle from

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering required.
• 5+ years in structural analysis for aerospace.
• Knowledge of load paths and stress analysis of metallic/composite structures.
• Familiarity with classical aerospace sizing methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark).
• Knowledge of engineering materials and their applications.
• Experience with at least one of the specified analysis codes.
• Willingness to work on-site with travel.

Responsibilities

• Performing Finite Element Analysis (FEA), generate FEMs
• Performing strength checks using classical hand calculations
• Conducting Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) for critical components
• Making predictions, implementing test campaigns, and creating reports in support of hardware qualifications
• Collaborating with design engineers to optimize designs for weight, strength, and manufacturability
• Documentation and review of structural analyses to support the release of engineering drawings/documents
• Providing input for configuration development and trade studies as needed
• Mentoring and analysis checks for designers and junior structural analysts in stress/stability/fracture analysis and standard processes.
• Leveraging Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to improve structural analysis processes

Skills

Finite Element Analysis

FMEA

Structural analysis

Team collaboration

On-site work

Education

B.S. in Engineering

Tools

Nastran

Ansys

Abaqus

LS-Dyna

Optistruct

NASGRO

Job description

Blue Origin seeks a Propulsion & Fluids Structural Analyst to support the MK2 Crew Lander, performing detailed structural analyses of propulsion hardware and collaborating with a high‑performing team. You will apply FEA, strength checks, FMEA, and regression reporting to qualification tests, working closely with design engineers to optimize weight, strength and manufacturability.

This on‑site role in Washington requires travel and offers opportunities to influence the vehicle lifecycle from