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.
This position is not for an immediate vacancy but is intended to fill anticipated future openings. Applicants who best meet the job requirements will be contacted and considered when a position becomes available.
We are a 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.
Special Mentions:
Relocation assistance is available for this position
This role may require occasional travel to test facilities and manufacturing sites
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Perform structural analyses for thermal protection system components and assemblies using finite element analysis (FEA) tools
Develop and validate finite element models for complex TPS structures
Conduct static, dynamic, thermal, and coupled thermal-structural analyses
Analyze composite structures and materials used in thermal protection systems
Support design optimization of TPS components for weight, performance, and manufacturability
Develop and document analysis methodologies specific to TPS applications
Create and maintain analysis reports and technical documentation
Support test planning, execution, and correlation of test data with analytical predictions
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure TPS components meet structural requirements
Participate in design reviews and technical meetings
Support failure investigations through detailed structural analysis
Develop and maintain structural margins for flight certification
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate TPS with vehicle systems
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
2+ years of experience in structural analysis
Proficiency with finite element analysis software
Experience with structural mechanics principles and applications
Knowledge of material behavior and failure mechanisms
Understanding of composite materials and structures
Ability to interpret and apply engineering requirements
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with HyperWorks and Hypermesh software
Advanced knowledge of composite material analysis and failure theories
Experience with thermal protection systems or high-temperature structures
Knowledge of materials used in TPS applications (ceramics, ceramic matrix composites, carbon-carbon)
Familiarity with other FEA software packages (Nastran, ANSYS, Abaqus)
Understanding of thermal analysis and heat transfer principles
Experience with non-linear analysis techniques
Knowledge of spacecraft or launch vehicle systems
Experience correlating analysis results with test data
Familiarity with systems engineering practices
Experience with design optimization methods
Master's degree in relevant engineering discipline with focus on structural analysis
Why Blue Origin
At Blue Origin, you will be part of a small team making a significant impact on the future of space exploration. You'll have the opportunity to analyze cutting-edge thermal protection systems that directly contribute to our mission of enabling millions of people to live and work in space. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and most importantly, the chance to be part of history in the making.
Join us in our mission to build a road to space so our children can build the future.
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35
Other site ranges may differ
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 (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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