Structural Analysis Lead

About this role

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 is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Conducting structural and dynamic analysis of valves, tubing, mounts, etc. • Conducting structural analysis on non-linear thermal protection materials, designs, and attachments • Support design certification for thermal structural components • Providing technical guidance, oversight, and analysis review/approval for designers and other analysts completing structural analysis • Identification of opportunities for safety improvements, cost savings, and weight savings • Supporting configuration development and trade studies • Review supplier analyses and supporting qualification efforts • Maintain and report on work tasks, schedule, and technical status

Minimum Qualifications • Minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering • 8+ years of experience in the structural and dynamic analysis of pressurized components and systems including valves, tubing/piping, assemblies • Experience with FEA analysis tools (ANSYS and/or Abaqus preferred) including structural, dynamic, and thermal analyses • Working knowledge of 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E and Pro/E Piping module preferred) • Experience overseeing, reviewing, or approving other analyst’s work • Expertise with fatigue analysis and fracture mechanics (hand calcs, NASGRO, VCCT, etc) • Knowledge of manufacturing methods, material selection, testing, characterization & allowables development • Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships • Ability to understand, document, and incorporate into the appropriate analysis models material and geometry nonlinearity and changing load paths • Ability to build in the appropriate set of material definitions into a local database with documentation • 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.

Preferred Qualifications • Experience with the analysis of components involving welding or casting • Experience with statistical analysis for preparation of design allowables • Experience with cryogenic systems • Deep understanding of bulk and film polymer and metal behavior under various load types and across significant temperature ranges and the ability to identify the appropriate analysis approach and interpretation of the resultant data • Experience with one or more of the following analysis codes: Nastran, Ansys (structural, dynamic, thermal, CFD), Abaqus, LS-Dyna, Optistruct

  Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95
WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20 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, 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 chang

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