Structural Engineer II Upper Stage Development New Glenn

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

As part of a hardworking team of engineers you will work on the Aft & Distributed Systems design team supporting the 4-Engine second stage of the 9x4 New Glenn this role you will be responsible for designing planning and executing structural tests as well as contributing to the design of flight hardware for next-generation rockets! You will engage in various aspects of the design cycle including conceptual design structural layout and analysis drawing release integration test and troubleshooting. You will use creative thinking and novel manufacturing solutions to solve complex problems highly stressed hardware.

This role serves as an interface on critical system testing where you will support the initial build and upgrades to the aft primary metallic structure of GS2-4E including qualification testing. As part of a small passionate and accomplished team you will be responsible for design of ground support equipment architecture of process test requirement definition troubleshooting hardware failures quickly risk identification/mitigation test readiness coordination test execution data review and analysis as well as supporting various continuous process improvements.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop concepts and preliminary designs for test
• Develop and maintain test documentation
• Coordinate test readiness and execution including test fixturing design requirements validation work order management materials procurement test setup and configuration instrumentation and manufacturing coordination
• Operate as load control console operator during live test execution
• Create and own the development and qualification test activities for your hardware
• Work with 3D CAD programs (Creo preferred) and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) programs (ANSYS Preferred)
• Deliver completed designs using best draft practicing per ASME Y14.5 GD&T standards along with clear and well documented analysis reports
• Work independently to determine and develop approaches to solutions
• Enforce safety standards throughout all test operations

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in mechanical engineering aerospace engineering or equivalent
• 3 years of professional engineering experience with complex structural systems
• Direct experience executing production or qualification tests with emphasis on mechanical structural or fluid systems
• Proficiency in 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E)
• Good project management skills including supplier management scheduling and production interfacing
• Ability to utilize test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers thermocouples RTDs strain gauges accelerometers flow meters load cells relays solenoid valves etc.
• Ability to work in a flexible and dynamic team environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to earn trust maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• 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

• Proficiency in crafting engineering drawings with GD&T (ASME Y14.5)
• Familiarity with LabVIEW MATLAB Winplot or other control data acquisition and reduction software
• Working knowledge of material properties and treatments
• Direct structural test experience on space vehicles aircraft or large structures
• Experience diagnosing and fixing structures mechanical and/or fluids hardware
• Experience in a rapid and scrappy hardware development environment
• Knowledge of fabrication integration processes and quality control relative to sheet metal machined components and welded hardware
• Experience with design for reliability low-cost manufacturability assemble-ability operability
• Experience performing stress analysis especially FEM (ANSYS preferred)
• Solid understanding of fluid components such as valves tubing pressurized hardware flex elements seals and fittings

Base Pay Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.

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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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

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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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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