Structural Analyst Senior – Lunar Transportation Valves Team

4 weeks ago


Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin Full time

At Blue Origin, we're pushing the boundaries of space exploration and development. As a Senior Structural Analyst, you'll play a critical role in designing and analyzing the structural integrity of our lunar landers, ensuring they can withstand the harsh conditions of space travel and lunar surface operations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement structural analysis models to optimize lander design and performance
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate structural design with other systems and components
  • Provide expert guidance on structural design and analysis, including stress analysis, vibration analysis, and thermal analysis
  • Lead the development of structural design tools and methodologies to improve efficiency and accuracy
  • Work closely with designers to improve designs and deliver better-than-current-state-of-the-art performance

Requirements:

  • B.S. degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or related field
  • 10+ years of experience in structural analysis and mechanical component design
  • Proficient in the use of FEA analysis tools (ANSYS preferred) and the validation of structural analysis models
  • Experience with classical hand calculations for stress analysis based on common aerospace reference materials
  • Experience with a wide variety of manufacturing methods, material selection, testing, characterization & allowable development
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of collaboration and inclusion

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Advanced Engineering degree
  • Direct experience providing feedback for design iteration and optimization
  • Experience with cryogenic and elevated temperature systems applications
  • Experience with fatigue analysis and linear-elastic fracture mechanics (hand calculations, NASGRO, etc.)
  • Demonstrated process automation experience using scripting (VBA, Matlab, Python, FORTRAN, etc.)

Benefits:

  • 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%
  • Education Support Program

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, diverse, and dedicated work force.



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