Engines Structural Analyst II

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 Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, you will help design and develop rocket engines and propulsion systems that meet Blue Origin’s launch vehicle program requirements for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of the structural analysis work of a rocket engine program. Responsibilities for this role include developing Component Finite Element Models (FEM) based on interaction with the design and engine system analysis team and Perform classic hand calculations and FEM Simulations of rocket engine hardware including turbomachinery, manifolds, injectors and thrust chambers. This analysis position will have a specific focus on the BE-4 Main Injector. You will also use structural analysis methods to support test and failure investigations and Improve existing analytical capabilities while provide guidance to design and structural analysis engineers to improve the performance of designs. Additionally you will communicate analysis results to the team.

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!

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 2+ years of experience in structural analysis utilizing FEM
• Excellent understanding of structural analysis/mechanics
• Ability to work effectively in teams
• Ability to be self-directed and balance several tasks at one time
• Ability to communicate analysis results effectively

Desired:

• Knowledge of ANSYS Mechanical strongly desired. 
• Knowledge of at least one programming/scripting language (Python/MATLAB/etc)
• Experience with structural modeling of pressurized components, rocket engine hardware, or similar high performance hardware

 

Compensation Range for:

CA applicants is $96,310.00-$134,833.65;WA applicants is $96,310.00-$134,833.65

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.

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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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

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