Sr Dynamic Environments Engineer - New Glenn

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) match

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin in Colorado is seeking a seasoned vibroacoustic engineer to support New Glenn development and test facilities. You will analyze vibration, shock, and acoustic environments and apply empirical and numerical modeling to predict loads on launch vehicle components.

The role requires a BS in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering, 8+ years of relevant experience, MATLAB proficiency, and familiarity with GitLab and Jira ITS. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or eligible nationals.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Passion for launch vehicle vibroacoustic environments development/validation/testing.
• Solid foundation of vibroacoustic and structural fundamentals (PSD, Grms, SPL, OASPL, SRS, VRS, SDOF, FDS, etc).
• Proficiency in MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Prediction of launch vehicle vibration, shock, and acoustic environments using empirical and numerical modeling.
• Shock, vibration, and acoustic data processing and interpretation of ground and flight tests.
• Development, supervision, and verification of dynamic environment tests at component, sub-system, and system levels.
• Handle other high and low frequency loads tasks as required.
• Payload/space vehicle mission integration with external customers.

Skills

MATLAB proficiency

Vibroacoustic fundamentals

Education

B.S. Mechanical or Aerospace engineering

Tools

GitLab ITS

Jira

Wave6

ANSYS

NASTRAN

Job description

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 small team, you’ll provide technical expertise and analytical solutions to support the development of new space vehicles and test/launch facilities. You’ll need proficiency in shock, vibration, and acoustic environment measurement/prediction/analysis, and related quantitative methods.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Prediction of launch vehicle vibration, shock, and acoustic environments due to engine, aerodynamic, pyrotechnic, or other sources, using empirical and numerical modeling methods.
• Shock, vibration, and acoustic measurement/data processing and interpretation of ground and flight tests.
• Development, supervision, troubleshooting, and verification/validation of component, sub-system, and system level dynamic environment tests.
• Other high and low frequency loads tasks as required.
• Payload/space vehicle mission integration and interaction with external Customers.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering.
• 8+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Passion for launch vehicle mission high frequency environments development/validation/testing.
• Solid foundation of vibroacoustic and structural static/dynamic fundamentals, including PSD, Grms, SPL, OASPL, SRS, VRS, SDOF, FDS, static/dynamic equilibrium, stress/strain/modulus, etc.
• MATLAB proficiency.
• Experience with GitLab and Jira ITS.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in launch and/or space vehicle vibroacoustic prediction/analysis/measurement/testing.
• Python coding proficiency.
• Experience with the following commercial numerical modeling software tools: Wave6, ANSYS, NASTRAN.
• Development of web-accessible databases with API.

Base Pay Range For

• CA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20
• CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95
• WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20

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 (i.e. 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
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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