Structures Design Engineer III - New Shepard

Application close date:

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. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!  

This role is part of the New Shepard program. New Shepard is a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Kármán line – the internationally recognized boundary of space. Through operational reusability, New Shepard supports our mission of lowering the cost of access to space.

In this position you will be a Structures Design Engineer working on the Crew Capsule of the New Shepard rocket. New Shepard is committed to increasing our launch rate to send more customers and payloads to space. We are keenly focused on building safe and reliable hardware that meets our schedule, budget, and mission objectives. There is nothing more exciting than the countdown to a launch and celebrating a successful flight.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will be responsible for the full lifecycle of Crew Capsule structure. This includes the design, analysis, testing, operation, and maintenance of Crew Capsule structural components. You will facilitate part fabrication and vehicle assembly by reviewing work orders, coordinating with suppliers, and guiding Integration Engineers / technicians. You will support flight operations and vehicle maintenance through post-flight data reviews and inspections. You will also identify and implement engineering changes to improve the vehicle. Specific to this role, we are seeking an engineer that has solid design experience with aerospace composite structure and the ability to provide technical guidance and direction to less experienced engineers.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 0-5% of the time
• Shifts available:
• Full Time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Participate in the entire design cycle of structural and mechanical subsystems, including conceptual and detailed design, trade studies, structural analysis, development testing and qualification.
• Generate 3-D models, component drawings, assembly drawings, and interface control documents.
• Define assembly and test of development and flight hardware.
• Participate in subsystem level testing including planning, execution, data reduction and analysis.
• Develop component specifications and manage suppliers.
• Provide manufacturing and production support.
• Participate in the development and purchase of new equipment and tooling.
• Work with multi-functional teams that are responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and suppliers to produce world class aerospace hardware.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree or higher in engineering.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Familiarity with aircraft, spacecraft, or launch vehicle structures.
• Knowledge in material selection, compatibility, and manufacturing techniques.
• Strong mechanical design and integration skills using CAD software.
• Familiarity with classical stress analysis methods.
• Practical understanding of GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and tolerance analysis.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture

Preferred Qualifications:

• 7+ Proven years of relevant experience.
• Experience with Creo (Pro/E)
• Proficiency with designing and fabricating aerospace composite primary structures.
• Experience with structural analysis and finite element modeling.
• Understanding of fabrication, manufacturing, and assembly processes.
• Manufacturing Review Board qualification or experience as a Liaison engineer or production support engineer.
• Experience with qualification testing or integration testing.

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $117,498.00-$164,497.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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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.

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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