Senior Space Vehicle Loads Engineer

Blue Origin; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 134,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced loads analyst to support the New Glenn program. You will develop and execute coupled loads analyses, document results for government and commercial customers, and refine finite element models.

The role requires strong data analysis and mathematical modeling skills, with emphasis on physics-based methods and clear technical communication. The position involves handling large datasets, reducing models, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure accurate

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Passion for aerospace vehicle structural loads and related analysis.
• Finite Element Modeling experience.
• NASTRAN and MATLAB proficiency.
• Ability to solve static and dynamic structural problems using physics-based methods.
• Ability to present data for engineering applications.
• U.S. citizen or eligible for U.S. work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Launch vehicle Coupled Loads Analysis (CLA) development and execution.
• Documentation and communication of CLA results for customers.
• Finite Element Model development/refinement and correlation to tests.
• FE Model reduction using Component Modal Synthesis methods (e.g., Craig-Bampton).
• General loads development for launch vehicles and ground systems.
• Development of mathematical models and simulations for loads analysis.
• Manage large datasets and post-process data for engineering applications.
• Handle additional loads tasks as required.

Skills

Finite element experience

Data analysis

Technical writing

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Tools

NASTRAN

MATLAB

HYPERMESH

ANSYS

DMAP

IMAT

PYTHON

FORTRAN

LS-DYNA

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced loads analyst to support the New Glenn program. You will develop and execute coupled loads analyses, document results for government and commercial customers, and refine finite element models.

The role requires strong data analysis and mathematical modeling skills, with emphasis on physics-based methods and clear technical communication. The position involves handling large datasets, reducing models, and collaborating across disciplines to ensure accurate