Structural Design Engineer II – Spacecraft & Launch Vehicles

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA, is seeking a experienced structural engineer to lead design, analysis, and testing of primary and secondary structures for the New Glenn second stage. You will own designs from concept through launch and collaborate with manufacturing to ensure proper hardware integration.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering or equivalent technical field.
• At least 3+ years of industry experience in structural design and analysis of aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures.
• Proficiency in business and engineering software (MS Office, Creo, Windchill, PLM, etc).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures.
• Create 3D models, detail part drawings, assemblies, installations, and interface control documents.
• Create test plans, specifications, and other documentation for the development of flight hardware.
• Provide manufacturing and production support.
• Support configuration development and trade studies.
• Participate in subsystem test planning, execution, data reduction and analysis.
• Work with cross-functional teams that are responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and suppliers to produce world class aerospace hardware.
• Plan, coordinate, conduct tests, and review test data.
• Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget and technical status.
• Identify opportunities for improvements and operational cost savings.

Skills

Written and verbal communication

MS Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering

M.S. in Mechanical or Aerospace engineering

Tools

Creo

Windchill

PLM

Job description

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA, is seeking a experienced structural engineer to lead design, analysis, and testing of primary and secondary structures for the New Glenn second stage. You will own designs from concept through launch and collaborate with manufacturing to ensure proper hardware integration.

The role requires a BS in mechanical or aerospace engineering, 3+ years of relevant experience, and strong communication skills.