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 diverse 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 diverse engineers, you will support the development and qualification of new rocket engines and thrusters for various spaceflight systems. You will impact these systems by providing high quality engineering support by developing and anchoring system and component loads. You will need to be proficient at cross-discipline interactions to ensure accuracy in inputs, forcing function generation, loads analysis, and verification.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Development of system level finite element models, model integration and checkouts, and validation using analytical or test methods, such as modal testing
Development of forcing functions using test data. Prediction of static and low frequency loads throughout the propulsion system
Use sensor data to verify system loads from ground/flight testing
Work closely with customers (internal & external) for on-time and accurate delivery of system loads and environments
Minimum Qualifications:
Minimum of a B.S. degree in mechanical, aerospace or civil engineering
10+ years of experience in structural analysis with at least 8 years in prediction/validation of low frequency (
Finite Element Modeling experience
NASTRAN and MATLAB proficiency
Ability to solve a variety of static and dynamic structural problems using physics-based analytical methods (hand calculations, in-house tools, and 3rd party commercial analytical tools)
Experience with time domain, frequency domain, and random vibration statistical analysis
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:
Spacecraftand launch vehicle loads experience
Experience with one or more of the following commercial software tools: HYPERMESH, ANSYS, NASTRAN DMAP, ATA's iMAT (MATLAB Toolbox), PYTHON, FORTRAN
Finite Element Model reduction and integration using Component Mode Synthesis (e.g., Craig-Bampton)
Experience with modal testing, correlation, and model tuning
Experience with instrumentation (Accelerometers, Strain Gauges, pressure transducers etc.), data acquisition systems, and signal processing
Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $162,466-$277,452
Compensation range for on site CA applicants is $162,466-$277,452
Other site ranges may differ
Inclusivity 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 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 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.
Benefits
Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life