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Blue Origin

New Glenn Program, Hot Structures Principal Analyst

Blue Origin, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127


At Blue OriginWe 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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Engineering and Program ManagementThis role is part of Enterprise Program Management (EPM), where we provide technical standards, tools, processes, training, and subject matter expertise for product engineering and manufacturing. EPM allows all Blue Origin business units to benefit from commonly used capabilities, hardware, and software and assists business units in identifying, selecting, and training engineers from both inside and outside the organization.

New GlennThis 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.

Responsibilities

All aspects of structural analysis: thermal, structural and acoustic analysis (transient and static)

Configuration development and trade studies

Developing novel and efficient approaches to challenging analysis problems

Driving key aspects of material allowables testing

Detailed understanding of failure modes and design drivers for hot structures

Creating detailed analysis reports to support production drawing releases.

Supporting test development, performing post-test analysis

Collaborate with multiple disciplinary groups to meet requirements.

As a principal engineer, you will also coach, mentor, and technically assist other members of the team.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of a B.S. degree (M.S. preferred) in engineering and 15+ years of experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures, or automotive.

Experience with hot structure analysis and sizing on recently developed vehicles

Experience analyzing CMC structures, such as C/C, C/SiC, or SiC/SiC

Proficiency with one or more of the following finite element software packages: Ansys, NASTRAN, Optistruct, Abaqus, LS-Dyna, Hyperworks, including thermal solutions

Detailed understanding of failure modes and analysis methods for hot structures

Experience trading options including Nickel alloys, Carbon/Carbon, refractory metals, and thermal protection materials

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

Knowledge of material selection, compatibility and manufacturing techniques

Experience with damage tolerance analysis of composite and/or CMC structures

Experience with hypersonic vehicle design and their requirements

High temperature structural testing experience

Industry exposure and contacts in Aerospace: high temperature materials and components.

Familiarity with aerothermal and vibroacoustic analysis

Deep knowledge of bonded and bolted joint design, mechanics, and relevant analysis techniques.

Compensation RangeWA applicants is $162,465.75-$227,452.05. Other site ranges may differ.

Inclusivity StatementDon’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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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 RegulationsApplicants 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.

BenefitsBenefits 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. Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities.

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