Senior Structural Analyst, Fluid Systems – Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin • Los Angeles, WA

20h

About The Position

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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. As part of the fluids and propulsion team, you will be lead the structural analysis efforts for the fluid system components. You will work directly with NASA and our National Team Partners as part of the Human Landing System (HLS) Sustaining Lunar Development (SLD) program. You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. 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!

Requirements

• Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space!
• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in the structural and dynamic analysis of pressurized components and systems including valves, tubing/piping, pressure vessels
• Experience with FEA analysis tools (ANSYS preferred) including structural, dynamic, and thermal analyses
• Working knowledge of 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E and Pro/E Piping module preferred)
• Experience with cryogenic systems
• Experience overseeing, reviewing, or approving other analyst’s work
• Expertise with fatigue analysis and fracture mechanics (hand calcs, NASGRO, VCCT, etc)
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods, material selection, testing, characterization & allowables development
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships

Nice To Haves

• Experience with the analysis of components involving welding or casting
• Experience with statistical analysis for preparation of design allowables
• Experience with one or more of the following analysis codes: Nastran, Ansys (structural, dynamic, thermal, CFD), Abaqus, LS-Dyna, Optistruct

Responsibilities

• Conducting structural and dynamic analysis of valves, tubing, mounts, COPVs, etc.
• Providing technical guidance, oversight, and analysis review/approval for designers and other analysts completing structural analysis
• Identification of opportunities for safety improvements, cost savings, and weight savings
• Supporting configuration development and trade studies
• Review supplier analyses of COTS valves, supporting qualification efforts
• Maintain and report on work tasks, schedule, and technical status

Benefits

• 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 results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.
• Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees