Senior Structural Design Engineer

The role is part of the In-Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on-orbit. As part of a growing, hardworking, and curious team of design engineers, you will be deployed to programs that shape the future of Blue Origin. Your skill in the design and analysis of spacecraft structures, as well as your ability to deliver safe, reliable, ready to install hardware that meets requirements, while doing so within the allocated cost and schedule requirements, will lead to a rewarding career with Blue Origin.
** Responsibilities include but are not limited to:*
* ** Technical Leadership
*** Lead design reviews and technical gate reviews
* Mentor junior engineers in structural design principles and best practices
* Develop innovative solutions to complex structural challenges
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* Minimum Qualifications:

*** Bachelor of Science degree in engineering
* Minimum of 7 years of experience in design & development of large aerospace structures
* Knowledge in material selection, compatibility, and manufacturing techniques
* Strong mechanical design and integration skills using 3D CAD software
* Comprehension of classical stress analysis methods
* Familiar with application of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and variation analysis
* Experience leading a team of engineers
* Proven track-record of managing projects to meet schedule, budget, and technical performance metrics

Ensure designs meet all requirements for performance, safety, and reliability
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Ability to apply structural mechanics principles and develop designs using hand calculations and finite element analysis
* Proficiency in Creo (Pro/E) Wildfire 5 or greater, Windchill 10
* Expertise with analysis codes:
Nastran, ANSYS, Optistruct, LS/Dyna, Abaqus
* Knowledgeable in metallic and composite design and analysis considerations
* Experience with rapid development techniques for hardware
* Familiarity with systems engineering practices, manufacturing fabrication and assembly processes, and quality control
* Experience with Optimization and DOE methods as applied to design, analysis, and testing
* Experienced with fabrication of composite primary structures for aerospace
* Experience working in a cross-functional team responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and developing the design to produce world-class engineered products
* Proven experience developing manufacturing processes for transition to production
* Required for all positions:
Blue’s 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 10,001 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 (CDL drivers only), 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 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.
* Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's…