Structural Analyst III

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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. 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!

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.

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!

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.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• Multiple positions available

Role Overview:

Blue Origin is seeking a dedicated and experienced Structural Analyst with expertise in injector and turbomachinery hardware with experience working in ANSYS Workbench. This position plays a vital role in ensuring the structural integrity and reliability of BE-4 turbomachinery components focusing particularly on the turbomachinery components and subsystems. The successful candidate will possess extensive knowledge in turbomachinery hardware including both rotating and static hardware (turbine stator shafts flanges bolted joints Bladed hardware housings etc..) covering strength fatigue fracture modal and random vibration analysis. Additionally the candidate should be skilled in constructing free body diagrams to aid in structural evaluations. Collaborating closely with the design team you will help refine and enhance future configurations through drawing and design requirements.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• ANSYS Workbench: Utilize your expertise in ANSYS Workbench to conduct comprehensive Finite Element Analyses (FEM) including but not limited to strength fatigue fracture modal and random vibration assessments on turbomachinery hardware.
• Free Body Diagram Construction: Construct and interpret free body diagrams to effectively analyze and solve structural challenges.
• Structural Command Media and Non-Conformance Assessment: Apply your understanding of Blue Origins structural command media to assess non-conformances on the BE-4 Main Turbopump components.
• Technical Evaluation: Review spin-start component and assembly drawings providing feedback to ensure designs adhere to Blue Origins engineering safety and performance standards.
• Design Modifications: Recommend and implement design modifications based on structural analysis results to improve performance and reliability.
• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration: Engage with design teams project managers and other engineering disciplines to ensure structural considerations are incorporated into the released definition of turbomachinery hardware and subsequent iterations. Additionally work with Dynamic Environment & System teams to review and incorporate flight responses into the structural evaluations and life assessments.
• Leadership and Mentorship: Will Play a key role in helping with the development of process / best practice guidelines and provide technical leadership / help skill development for the rest of the engineering team.

Basic Qualifications

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.
• Excellent communication skills for presenting complex data and recommendations to stakeholders.
• Excellent Technical writing and documentation of results and rationale
• Experience in reviewing technical drawings and providing structural input for design modifications.
• Proven expertise in ANSYS Workbench and advanced understanding of strength fatigue fracture (NASGRO) modal and random vibration analysis.
• Ability to adapt existing analysis and problem solving skills to assess non-conforming hardware and establish the appropriate rationale for production flight hardware (Scrap Use As Is Repair etc).
• Adept in constructing free body diagrams to facilitate structural evaluations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related field.
• Previous experience in the Aerospace Rocket and/or a similar high-technology industry.
• Knowledge and expertise in Turbopump turbomachinery or injector hardware.

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.

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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

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 and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.

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