Structural Analyst - Blue Ring

Blue Origin; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 91,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Travel up to 10%

Technical assessment

Job summary

Blue Origin in Colorado is seeking a skilled structural analyst to perform FEA and classical strength checks on orbital vehicle structures and mechanisms. You will collaborate with design engineers to optimize designs for weight, strength, and manufacturability, and document analyses to support drawings and formal documents.

The role requires a BS in engineering, 3+ years in vehicle structures/test analysis, and proficiency with ABAQUS or HyperWorks. A MS degree is preferred; U.S.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in an engineering discipline (Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil).
• 3+ years of experience in vehicle structures or mechanisms analysis.
• Familiarity with classical strength analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark, Shigley).
• Ability to understand and build free-body diagrams for internal and reaction load derivation.
• Experience with FEM packages (ABAQUS or HyperWorks).
• Strong understanding of FEM modeling techniques (BCs, bolted connections, contact, elastic/elastoplastic).
• U.S. citizen/national, permanent resident, or eligible for status per regulations.
• Ability to earn trust and contribute to an inclusive culture.

Responsibilities

• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEM) and classical hand calculations for strength checks of orbital vehicle structures and mechanisms.
• Collaborate with design engineers to optimize structural designs for weight, strength, and manufacturability.
• Document structural analysis to support the release of engineering drawings and formal documentation.
• Provide technical guidance on design concepts, balancing risk, cost, and performance.
• Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status.
• Support other teams and team members with inputs for configuration development and trade studies.

Skills

FEA analysis

Structural analysis

Free-body diagrams

Collaboration with design engineers

Communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical/Aerospace/Civil Engineering

MS in engineering (preferred)

Tools

ABAQUS

HyperWorks

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 Blue National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs.

As part of a hardworking team of talented specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will join the Blue Ring Structures & Mechanisms Integrated Product Team. This role is integral to supporting Blue Ring, a high-powered hybrid solar electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft designed for unparalleled mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity. Your skill in the design and analysis of spacecraft structures, and your ability to deliver safe, reliable flight hardware that meets requirements within allocated cost and schedule, will directly contribute to the future of in-space systems. Passion for our mission and a commitment to quality are required!

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Perform Finite Element Analysis (FEA) and classical hand calculations for strength checks of orbital vehicle structures and mechanisms.
• Collaborate with design engineers to optimize structural designs for weight, strength, and manufacturability.
• Document structural analysis to support the release of engineering drawings and formal documentation.
• Provide technical guidance on design concepts, balancing risk, cost, and performance.
• Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status.
• Support other teams and team members with inputs for configuration development and trade studies.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in an engineering discipline (e.g., Mechanical, Aerospace, or Civil).
• 3+ years of experience in vehicle structures or mechanisms analysis.
• Familiarity with classical strength analysis methods (e.g., Bruhn, Niu, Roark, Shigley).
• Ability to understand and build free-body diagrams for internal and reaction load derivation.
• Experience with one or more finite element modeling (FEM) packages (ABAQUS or HyperWorks strongly desired).
• Strong understanding of FEM modeling techniques, including boundary conditions, bolted connections, contact, verification methods, and both elastic and elastoplastic analysis.
• 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

• M.S. degree in an engineering discipline with experience in spacecraft and/or launch vehicle structural analysis.
• Solid understanding of fatigue and fracture mechanics (e.g., NDE methods, fail-safe vs. safe life, NASA-STD-5019).
• Experience with nonlinear finite element analysis and thermo-mechanical analysis.
• Proficiency with bolted joint hand calculations (e.g., bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction, insert pull-out, NASA-STD-5020).
• Experience writing detailed design and analysis reports.
• Experience analyzing and dispositioning non-conformances.

Base Pay Range For

CO applicants is $90,934.00 - $127,307.25

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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