Structural Analyst II, Lunar Permanence – Spacecraft Structures

Blue Origin LLC; Washington; On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Structural Analyst to tackle static and dynamic structural problems for lunar and spaceflight hardware. You will build and validate finite element models, perform vibration and loads analyses, and support mechanism trade studies.

A strong fundamentals base and 3+ years in aerospace structures are required. The role aligns with Blue Origin's mission to enable millions living in space, with a focus on safety, quality, and collaboration in a high-impact environment on

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in mechanical, aerospace or civil engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in structural analysis of space/aerospace vehicles/structures/mechanisms.
• Solid foundation in structural static/dynamic fundamentals.
• Passion for spacecraft structural/environmental loads development/validation.
• Proficiency in physics-based analytical methods and tools.

Responsibilities

• Solve static and dynamic structural problems using analytical methods and tools.
• Perform acceleration, shock, and vibration analysis.
• Develop, refine, validate, and correlate finite element models to tests.
• Support configuration development and trade studies of separation mechanisms.

Skills

Structural analysis

Vibration analysis

Education

B.S. in mechanical, aerospace or civil engineering

Tools

Hyperworks

NASTRAN

ANSYS

Abaqus

Matlab

LS-Dyna

Job description

Blue Origin LLC is seeking a Structural Analyst to tackle static and dynamic structural problems for lunar and spaceflight hardware. You will build and validate finite element models, perform vibration and loads analyses, and support mechanism trade studies.

A strong fundamentals base and 3+ years in aerospace structures are required. The role aligns with Blue Origin's mission to enable millions living in space, with a focus on safety, quality, and collaboration in a high-impact environment on