Structural Design Engineer III - Glenn Upper Stage

Structural Design Engineer III – New Glenn Upper Stage (Fixed Term)

Join the team at Blue Origin to support the development and operations of New Glenn, a heavy‑lift launch vehicle. This role focuses on the design, analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures for the second stage.

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. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low‑cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.

Responsibilities Include

• Design, analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures
• Create 3D models, detail part drawings, assemblies, installations, and interface control documents
• Create test plans, specifications, and other documentation for flight hardware development
• Provide manufacturing and production support
• Support configuration development and trade studies
• Participate in subsystem test planning, execution, data reduction and analysis
• Work with cross‑functional teams to select materials, manufacturing processes, and suppliers
• Plan, coordinate, conduct tests, and review test data
• Maintain and report on activity schedule, budget, and technical status
• Identify opportunities for improvements and operational cost savings

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or an equivalent technical field
• At least 3+ years of industry experience in structural design and analysis of aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures
• Proficiency in business and engineering software (e.g., MS Office, Creo, Windchill, PLM)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or an equivalent technical field
• Ability to rapidly apply structural mechanics principles and develop designs using hand calculations and finite element analysis
• Understanding of material and design considerations in a cryogenic operating environment
• Experience with full product lifecycle of design, test, and production
• Experience with Creo (Pro/E) Wildfire 5 or greater, Windchill 10
• Familiarity with classical hand analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark’s)
• Familiarity with analysis codes:
  Nastran, ANSYS, Optistruct, Abaqus, Hyper Mesh, Hypersizer

Compensation Range for WA applicants $ – $ (Other state ranges may differ).

Culture Statement Blue Origin is dedicated to building an authentic workplace. If you’re excited about this role but do not meet every desired qualification, we encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this role or others.

Export Control Regulations Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or legally admitted U.S. refugee/asylum.

Background Check

• 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 company match up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid…