Propellant Tanks Structural Engineer for Spaceflight

Blue Origin LLC; Seattle, Northern (WA, KY); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with 5% match

Education support

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a qualified engineer to develop propellant tank structures for the New Glenn Advanced Upper Stage. You will own components from concept to test, build 3D models, and coordinate tests with suppliers, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet schedule and cost targets.

The role requires a BS in engineering with 3+ years experience, strong design and analysis skills, and fluency in Creo/CATIA V5 and FEA tools.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering and 3+ years related experience.
• Passion for building flight hardware and inventing new technology.
• Strong understanding of structural design and analysis principles.
• Strong mechanical design skills using Creo, CATIA V5, or other industry standard software.
• Ability to conduct structural analysis using hand calculations and finite element techniques.
• Strong communication skills and ability to build consensus.
• Ability to relocate to WA, FL, or CO locations.

Responsibilities

• Responsible engineer for launch vehicle propellant tank secondary structures, components, and installations.
• Own hardware through the full life cycle: design, analysis, manufacturing, and test.
• Perform research, develop concepts, and run trade studies to meet performance and cost targets.
• Build 3D models and drawings using Creo and/or Catia V5; plan, coordinate, conduct tests, review data.
• Create test plans, specifications, and production documentation for flight hardware.
• Provide manufacturing and production support, including travel when needed.
• Work with multi-functional teams on materials, processes, and suppliers.
• Maintain and report activity schedule, budget, and technical status.
• Utilize AI tools to automate tasks, increase design velocity, and repair bugs.

Skills

Structural design principles

Mechanical design

Creo/CATIA V5

Finite element analysis

Communication skills

Relocation to WA/FL/CO

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Creo

CATIA V5

ANSYS

Nastran

Optistruct

LS-Dyna

Hypermesh

Hypersizer

Job description

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a qualified engineer to develop propellant tank structures for the New Glenn Advanced Upper Stage. You will own components from concept to test, build 3D models, and coordinate tests with suppliers, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet schedule and cost targets.

The role requires a BS in engineering with 3+ years experience, strong design and analysis skills, and fluency in Creo/CATIA V5 and FEA tools.