About this opportunity
Blue Origin lists this Sr. Structural Engineer, Spacecraft, Orbital Data Centers opportunity in merritt island, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
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 is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.
Join Blue Origin as we build infrastructure in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re developing a satellite constellation of orbital data centers, Sunrise, designed to transform how compute infrastructure is deployed and leveraged.
Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To
Own and execute the structural analysis for critical spacecraft components and assemblies, from initial concept to final design and verification.
Perform detailed Finite Element Analysis (FEA) to model and predict stress, strain, deformation, and modal response of complex mechanical systems.
Conduct hand calculations and develop analytical models to anchor and validate FEA results.
Analyze hardware for static, dynamic (random vibration, shock), and thermo-elastic loads.
Support develop and execution, as required, of structural test plans and physical testing including static loads, vibration, and shock.
Correlate analysis models with test data to refine and improve predictive accuracy.
Work closely with design engineers to drive design improvements, optimize for mass and stiffness, and ensure structural performance requirements are met.
Mentor and provide technical guidance to other engineers in the domain of structural analysis.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related discipline.
7+ years of professional experience in structural analysis, with a focus on space, aerospace, or a similar high-performance industry.
Expert proficiency with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) software such as ANSYS, NASTRAN, or Abaqus.
Demonstrated experience performing classical hand calculations for stress analysis.
Strong fundamentals in solid mechanics, dynamics, and material science.
Experience analyzing hardware for launch and operational environments in space (random vibration, shock, thermal cycles, etc.).
Preferred Qualifications
Master's or Ph.D. in a relevant engineering discipline.
Experience with the analysis of composite structures and bonded joints.
Familiarity with fracture mechanics and fatigue analysis (e.g., using NASGRO).
Experience correlating analysis models to structural test data.
Proficiency in scripting (e.g., Python, MATLAB) for automating analysis workflows and processing data.
Familiarity with CAD software (e.g., CREO, NX) for model preparation and interrogation.
Life cycle
Additional Requirements
Willingness to work extended hours and weekends as necessary to support critical project milestones.
Must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident, or eligible for authorization under U.S. export regulations.
Base Pay Range For
CA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20 CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95 WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20 VA 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 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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Worksite address
merritt island, FL, 32954, US
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