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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!

We are a dynamic team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists and engineers, you will work with a variety of multi-disciplined engineers to perform structural analysis on ground support equipment, for the New Glenn Component Test team. You will create free body diagrams, perform hand calculations, create FEA/FEM analyses, and release your analysis in Windchill PDM.

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

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Perform strengthassessmentsutilizingbothclassical analysis techniques and finite element analysis (FEA) for tooling and ground support equipment (GSE)

• Document and review stress analysestofacilitatetherelease of engineering drawings and related documentation

• Mentor tooling designers on best practices in stress, stability, and fracture analysis

• Providetechnicalguidance on design concepts, including risk, cost, and performance trade-offs

• Support cross-functional teams with input for design development, analysis, and trade studies

• Lead conceptual and detailed analysis of tooling and equipment for the manufacture and assembly of structural components, mechanical/actuated systems, and hydraulic and fluid systems

• Serve as the technical point of contact and responsible party for vendor-developed tooling projects

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (minimum), with 5-8yearsof experience analyzing ground support equipment (GSE) ortooling in theautomotive,aerospaceorsimilarindustry

• Experience creatingandvalidatingfiniteelement models (FEMs)using Ansysor NX Simulation with Nastran

• Proven Experience of FEA using 1D, 2D & 3D elements withmodelscontainingweldments,machined parts, and weldments

• Proficiencyin generating free-body diagrams to calculate internal loads and reaction forces, and in simplifying and idealizing structural problems of varying complexity

• Extensive experience analyzing steel and aluminum tooling, including machining fixtures and weldmentsusing hand calculations

• Proficiencyin performing bolted joint hand calculations (bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction, insert pull-out, etc.)

• Proficiencyin performing welded joint hand calculations (requiredsize, length, effective throat, direct andresultantstress,andfailure modes

• Proficiency in performing modal analysis on vibration fixture design.

• Demonstrated ability to earntrust,maintainpositiveand professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

• Familiarity with applicable structural codes (AISC-360, ASME B30 & 31, ASME BTH-1, etc.)

• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

• ProficiencywithCreo and/or Siemens NX software

• Strong customer focus and excellent communication skills

• Demonstratedtrackrecordof successful project delivery

• Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams

• Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

• Ability to clearly communicate analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

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Culture Statement

Don't 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 you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't 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 U.S.as a refugee or granted 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, 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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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