Structural Analysis Engineer III - Glenn Upper Stage

Structural Analysis Engineer III – New Glenn Upper Stage

Join Blue Origin as a Structural Analysis Engineer III on the New Glenn Upper Stage program. Blue Origin envisions millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single‑configuration, heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle.

Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Perform analysis on primary and secondary tank structures using classic hand calculations and Finite Element Model (FEM) simulations to support design, manufacturing and operations. Provide analysis documentation, peer review analysis reports, and offer guidance to design engineers and junior analysts. Support production issues, ongoing testing and mission operations during transition to production and operational phases.

• B.S. degree in mechanical or aerospace engineering and 5+ years of structural analysis experience with aircraft, spacecraft, launch vehicle structures or automotive.
• Demonstrated knowledge of vehicle load path and stress analysis of metallic and/or composite structures.
• Familiarity with classical aerospace sizing methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark, etc.).
• Knowledge of engineering materials and their applications to achieve optimal structures.
• Experience with at least two of the following analysis codes:
  Nastran, Ansys, Abaqus, LS‑Dyna, Opti Struct, NASGRO.
• Demonstrated experience using scripting languages (VBA, Matlab, Python, FORTRAN, etc.).

• MS degree in engineering or equivalent.
• Experience in large‑scale structural test and instrumentation.
• Proficiency with ANSYS Mechanical.
• Knowledge of linear‑elastic fracture mechanics fundamentals.
• Experience using MATLAB.

WA applicants: $ – $. Other site ranges may differ.

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with up to 5% match, Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off: up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Eligible for bonuses and additional benefits at the company's discretion.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted U.S. refugee or asylum seeker.

• Blue’s Standard Background Check for all positions.
• DBIDS background check if role requires presence on a military installation.
• Other specific background checks for Driver, CDL, and Merchant Mariner positions.

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated workforce. All qualified applicants receive equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected characteristic.

Mid‑Senior Level

Full‑time

Engineering and Information Technology

Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing