Structural Analyst Engineer III

BLUE ORIGIN • Los Angeles, CA

7d • $110,938 - $169,432

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 Emerging Systems Business Unit, which will shape the future of our in-space infrastructure capabilities. Special Mentions: This position is part of Blue Origin's TeraWave business unit, a newly announced satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. TeraWave consists of 5,408 optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations. At Blue Origin, we're not just building the future of space exploration—we're revolutionizing global connectivity through our TeraWave satellite network. As a Satellite Structural Analyst Engineer III, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the integrity and performance of our constellation of 5,408 satellites designed to deliver unmatched speeds up to 6 Tbps with symmetrical upload and download capabilities. Join us in our mission to provide enterprise-grade connectivity to locations unreachable by traditional methods, enabling critical operations for enterprise, data center, and government customers worldwide. Join our team and be part of building a space-based network designed for tomorrow, where your expertise will directly contribute to creating a system that provides connectivity anywhere on Earth.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related technical field
• 7+ years of experience in structural analysis for aerospace applications
• Demonstrated expertise in finite element analysis using industry-standard software (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS, Abaqus)
• Proficiency in analyzing composite and metallic aerospace structures
• Experience with spacecraft structural design and analysis, including understanding of launch vehicle environments
• Strong knowledge of structural dynamics, vibration analysis, and modal testing
• Ability to develop and validate finite element models for complex structural systems
• Experience with structural optimization techniques and mass reduction strategies
• Excellent technical communication skills, both written and verbal

Nice To Haves

• Master's degree or PhD in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 10+ years of experience in satellite structural analysis
• Experience with optical or communications satellite structural design
• Knowledge of spacecraft thermal-structural analysis and thermal distortion effects
• Experience with multi-orbit satellite constellation design considerations
• Familiarity with space environment effects on structural materials
• Experience with structural testing and correlation of test data with analytical models
• Knowledge of industry standards and practices for spacecraft structural design (NASA, AIAA, etc.)
• Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading technical teams
• Programming skills in Python, MATLAB, or similar languages for automation of analysis tasks

Responsibilities

• Lead structural analysis efforts for Blue Origin's TeraWave satellite constellation, a groundbreaking 5,400+ satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps
• Perform comprehensive structural analysis on primary and secondary satellite structures using classical hand calculations and advanced finite element analysis (FEA) techniques
• Develop and validate detailed finite element models of satellite components, subsystems, and full spacecraft to satisfy launch and on-orbit requirements
• Define structural load cases and establish design criteria for the TeraWave satellite structures
• Analyze and verify structural designs for launch and on-orbit environments, including thermal, vibration, and shock
• Analyze complex components and assemblies for static, dynamic, thermal, and fatigue loads
• Evaluate structural margins of safety for critical components and verify structural integrity through analysis and testing
• Support development of Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to establish structural requirements and environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including mechanical design, systems engineering, and manufacturing to optimize structural designs that meet stiffness, strength, and performance requirements
• Support design reviews and present analysis results to internal and external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain structural analysis documentation in compliance with Blue Origin's engineering standards
• Identify constraints and recommend mitigation strategies for structural design challenges
• Support qualification and acceptance testing of structural components and systems
• Develop and execute structural test plans for component and system qualification and acceptance.

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.

What This Job Offers

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