Structural Engineer - Steel Structures, Level II

Blue Origin; Florida; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin is hiring a Structural Engineer - Steel Structures, Level II, to design and develop key structural ground systems for the launch site at LC-36 in Cape Canaveral, FL. You will work on ground mechanical and structural systems for New Glenn rockets.

You will perform FEA, develop solutions, and coordinate with external partners on fabrication, assembly, and testing under guidance from senior engineers. A Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in heavy steel structures are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering or similar discipline.
• 3+ years of design, analysis and construction of large steel structural systems.
• Experience with FEA tools and structural analysis.

Responsibilities

• Work under guidance of senior engineers, perform analysis and design tasks with oversight.
• Develop structural design solutions for large structural/mechanical systems under senior guidance.
• Perform FEA and hand-calculations for steel structures.
• Support management of external design and fabrication partners, assist in overseeing equipment fabrication, assembly, installation, and testing & activation.

Skills

FEA experience

Structural analysis

Bolted connections

Welded connections

Education

Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering

Tools

STAAD

ANSYS

SAP2000

Job description

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 are 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!

Structural Engineer - Steel Structures, Level II

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will work on designing and developing key structural ground systems for Blue Origin's launch site at LC-36 (Cape Canaveral, FL). You'll have the unique opportunity to be part of a great team building the ground mechanical and structural systems and GSE (Ground Support Equipment) for Blue Origin's giant rockets, New Glenn and New Glenn 9x4!

Responsibilities

• Work under guidance of senior engineers, perform analysis and design tasks with oversight.
• Develop structural design solutions for large structural/mechanical systems under senior guidance.
• Perform FEA and hand‑calculations for steel structures.
• Support management of external design and fabrication partners, assist in overseeing equipment fabrication, assembly, installation, and testing & activation.

Minimum Qualifications (required)

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Structural Engineering, or a similar discipline.
• 3+ years experience with a strong background in design, analysis, and construction of large steel structural systems (e.g., steel towers, launch vehicle GSE, aerospace tooling, oil & gas structures, movable structures, steel bridges and platforms).
• Experience in structural analysis utilizing FEA tools.
• Experience designing and analyzing bolted and welded connections.
• 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.

Desired (not required)

• Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Structural Engineer (SE) license.
• Experience in STAAD, ANSYS, and SAP2000.
• Knowledge of civil engineering codes and standards (e.g., IBC, ASCE, AISC, AWS).
• Experience in PTC Creo/Windchill.
• 1+ years direct GSE design and analysis experience.

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 (CDL drivers only), 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 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 workforce. 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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