Structural Design Engineer II - New Glenn

Blue Origin LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options for regular employees

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in the United States seeks a structural engineer to own the New Glenn Stage One design, develop CAD drawings, and coordinate with production and testing teams. You will drive design maturation, support manufacturing, and contribute to safe, repeatable spaceflight. Relevant space industry experience and Creo proficiency strongly preferred. This is a full-time on-site role supporting the New Glenn program.

Qualifications

• B.S. in engineering and 2+ years in space/launch vehicle structural design.
• Proficient in mechanical design and 3D CAD modeling.
• Knowledge of GD&T and materials processes.

Responsibilities

• Own the New Glenn Stage One structural component design.
• Develop, release and maintain CAD and drawing packages for fabrication.
• Drive procurement activities to support vehicle build schedules.
• Provide engineering support to production, testing, and integration teams.

Skills

Structural design

GD&T

3D CAD

FEA basics

Education

B.S. in engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

Nastran

ANSYS

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.We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers you will be responsible for the design, manufacturing, and installation of New Glenn Stage One structural hardware! You will work with analysts, materials engineers, procurement specialist, and manufacturing teams to deliver a highly optimized structural assembly for integration onto the vehicle.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:Primary responsibility: Full ownership of New Glenn Stage One structural component designDevelop, release and maintain a full CAD and drawing engineering definition package.Prioritize and drive procurement activities to support vehicle build schedules.Provide engineering support to production and integration.Support integrated test objectives, data review and reportingIdentify concepts for New Glenn upgrades and improvements.Minimum QualificationsMinimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 2+ years of relevant experienceInterest in aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structural design.Familiarity with structural analysis techniques and fundamentals (Statics, Mechanics of Materials).Familiarity with material selection, compatibility, and manufacturing techniques.Proficient in mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software.Familiarity with GD&T analysis (ASME Y14.5).Familiar with ASME Y14.100 and Y14.41.Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusionMust 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 QualificationsExperience with Creo (Pro/E) and WindchillExperience performing detail part and assembly design with airframe structure.Experience with FEA analysis codes: Nastran, ANSYS, Optistruct, LS/Dyna. Experience running structural and thermal analysis models.Production support experience with primary structure airframe assembly.Material Review Board certification for dispositioning non-conformances with primary structure airframe assembly.Knowledge of systems engineering practices, airframe manufacturing fabrication and assembly processes, and quality control.Experience with Optimization and DOE methods as applied to design, analysis, and testing.Culture StatementDon’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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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 OpportunityBlue 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.