MK1 Structural Engineer A-Shift MRB

Blue Origin LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a qualified structural engineer to address shop-floor nonconformances on aerospace hardware. You will perform root-cause analysis, develop repair designs, and ensure dispositions align with engineering and quality standards.

The role requires collaboration with design, stress, quality, and manufacturing teams, leveraging GD&T knowledge and structural analysis to safeguard safety and mission success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in structural design and/or structural engineering for aerospace hardware.
• Experience with metallic and/or composite structural hardware.
• Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and interpretation of drawings and specs.
• Experience developing repair/rework solutions for nonconforming or damaged hardware.
• Knowledge of structural analysis (loads, stress, fatigue) to assess nonconformances.
• Experience in MRB or similar nonconformance disposition processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to document engineering rationale clearly.
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.; compliance with export controls.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with manufacturing engineers and technicians on the shop floor to address nonconformances and implement repair or rework.
• Perform root cause analysis and disposition nonconformances (use-as-is, repair, rework, or scrap).
• Develop repair designs with drawings and documentation to fix nonconforming hardware.
• Apply structural analysis to assess impact of deviations on strength, stiffness, fatigue life, and integrity.
• Coordinate with design, stress analysts, quality, and manufacturing to implement disposition solutions.
• Support RCCA investigations to drive design/manufacturing improvements.
• Maintain nonconformance documentation and repair instructions per quality systems.
• Work with manufacturing to ensure proper interpretation of disposition instructions.

Skills

Root cause analysis

Clear engineering rationale

Cross-functional collaboration

Strong communication

Engineering judgment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

Nastran

ANSYS

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with manufacturing engineers and technicians on the shop floor to assess nonconformances, understand fabrication constraints, and implement repair or rework solutions in real time
• Perform root cause analysis and disposition nonconformances (use-as-is, repair, rework, or scrap) based on engineering and structural design principles
• Develop repair designs, including drawings, sketches, and documentation, to correct nonconforming or damaged structural hardware
• Apply structural analysis and design experience to assess the impact of deviations on strength, stiffness, fatigue life, and overall structural integrity
• Collaborate with design engineers, stress analysts, quality engineers, and manufacturing to develop practical, cost-effective disposition solutions
• Support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations for recurring nonconformances, driving improvements to design and manufacturing processes
• Generate and maintain nonconformance documentation, engineering dispositions, and repair instructions in compliance with quality and configuration management systems
• Partner closely with manufacturing to clarify disposition intent, walk through repair instructions, and ensure proper implementation on the shop floor
• Support first-article inspections and production troubleshooting related to structural fit, form, and function issues
• Identify trends in nonconformances and provide direct feedback to manufacturing and design teams to improve producibility and reduce recurrence
• Balance schedule pressures with sound engineering judgment to ensure safety and mission success

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in structural design and/or structural engineering for aerospace hardware
• Experience with structural design of metallic and/or composite piece parts and assemblies
• Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and ability to interpret drawings, models, and engineering specifications
• Experience developing repair and rework solutions for nonconforming or damaged structural hardware
• Working knowledge of structural analysis principles (loads, stress, fatigue) sufficient to assess impact of nonconformances
• Experience working within a Material Review Board (MRB) process or similar nonconformance disposition process
• Strong communication skills, with ability to clearly document engineering rationale and disposition decisions
• Ability to work cross-functionally with quality, manufacturing, and design teams under time constraints
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Desired

• Experience with both metallic and composite structural repair design
• Familiarity with structural analysis tools (Nastran, ANSYS, or similar) to support disposition assessments
• Experience with root cause and corrective action (RCCA) methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, fishbone)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, forming, welding, composite layup) and their impact on nonconformance trends
• Experience in a regulated aerospace quality environment (AS9100 or similar)
• Familiarity with classical hand analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark's, etc.)

Culture Statement

Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. 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 at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

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Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

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