Senior Structural Analyst - Upper Stage Structures

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 145,000 - 203,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match up to 5%

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking an experienced structural engineer to lead advanced analyses for its spaceflight systems, including New Glenn components. You will direct project teams, perform FEA on composites and metals, and develop validated models to optimize weight and durability.

We value leadership, strong communication, and the ability to present complex results to multi-disciplinary teams. The role emphasizes safety, reliability, and innovative aerospace design within a collaborative culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Structural Engineering.
• 10+ years of experience performing structural analysis.
• Proven leadership in cross-functional projects.
• Strong knowledge of material properties and structural dynamics.
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software; FEMAP preferred.
• Ability to write technical reports and present results to teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead advanced structural analyses for aerospace components.
• Manage cross-functional project teams and milestones.
• Perform FEA and other methods across composites and metals.
• Develop and validate analytical models for structural performance.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing and test teams.
• Mentor junior analysts and engineers.
• Produce reports and engineering documentation.
• Identify best practices in structural analysis.

Skills

Structural Analysis

FEA Software

FEMAP

Leadership

Communication

Team Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Aerospace/Structural Engineering

MS degree in engineering (preferred)

Tools

FEMAP

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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. As part of a hardworking team of engineers, designers and specialists you will perform analysis of structural subsystems for New Glenn’s second stage using classic hand calculations as well as Finite Element Model (FEM) simulations to support design, manufacturing and operations. A thorough understanding of structural analysis and load path is required as we strive for a weight-optimized design. In addition, you will be responsible for creating analysis documentation that is concise and accurate and to perform peer reviews of analysis and reports generated by other team members. You will also be expected to provide structural analysis guidance to design engineers as well as junior structural analysts. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

In this position you will apply standard engineering techniques to collect, aggregate, and analyze data measuring the performance and reliability of Aerospace systems and components to or improve design, producibility, and efficiencies; evaluate and analyzes structural systems to establish environments and ensure that hardware is appropriately specified for those environments; develop predictions of structural dynamic responses through a variety of analytical techniques, including hand calculations, FEA, some of which may require the development of software tools to implement algorithms developed specifically for the application at hand; identify trends in technical performance or reliability and prepare reports detailing these trends as well as anticipated impact or cost to the organization. Improve and maintain current systems or create new systems; apply engineering techniques and analyses within the scope of the assignment. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and conduct advanced structural analysis for aerospace components and systems
• Lead project teams, manage deliverables, and ensure timely completion of project milestones
• Perform structural analyses using finite element analysis (FEA) and other methods, on a wide variety of designs and materials including composites and metals
• Manipulate large scale finite element models that support primary and secondary structure loads development
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and test teams to ensure accurate results and compliance with specifications
• Develop and validate analytical models to simulate structural performance under various conditions
• Optimize structures for weight, strength, and durability while ensuring compliance with applicable design codes
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior analysts/engineers
• Produce engineering documentations, reports, and manipulate technical data from hardware testing
• Identify and implement best practices for structural analysis methodologies

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Structural Engineering, or related discipline with 10+ years of relevant experience performing structural analysis
• Strong understanding of material properties, failure mechanisms, and structural dynamics
• Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in leading cross-functional projects
• Strong understanding of product development cycle in space industry
• Excellent problem-solving and communication abilities
• Experience with finite element analysis (FEA) software
• FEMAP required
• Candidate must be able to write technical reports and to present results to a multi-disciplined team
• Ability to lead projects and work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• MS degree in engineering or equivalent
• Knowledge of aerospace and/or launch vehicle structural requirements
• Experience in large scale structural test and instrumentation loads development
• Experience building and maintaining large system finite element models (FEM)

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20

Other site ranges may differ.

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.

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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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