TPS Analyst

BLUE ORIGIN•Seattle, WA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. We are a 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.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
2+ years of experience in structural analysis
Proficiency with finite element analysis software
Experience with structural mechanics principles and applications
Knowledge of material behavior and failure mechanisms
Understanding of composite materials and structures
Ability to interpret and apply engineering requirements
Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team

Nice To Haves

Experience with HyperWorks and Hypermesh software
Advanced knowledge of composite material analysis and failure theories
Experience with thermal protection systems or high-temperature structures
Knowledge of materials used in TPS applications (ceramics, ceramic matrix composites, carbon-carbon)
Familiarity with other FEA software packages (Nastran, ANSYS, Abaqus)
Understanding of thermal analysis and heat transfer principles
Experience with non-linear analysis techniques
Knowledge of spacecraft or launch vehicle systems
Experience correlating analysis results with test data
Familiarity with systems engineering practices
Experience with design optimization methods
Master's degree in relevant engineering discipline with focus on structural analysis

Responsibilities

Perform structural analyses for thermal protection system components and assemblies using finite element analysis (FEA) tools
Develop and validate finite element models for complex TPS structures
Conduct static, dynamic, thermal, and coupled thermal-structural analyses
Analyze composite structures and materials used in thermal protection systems
Support design optimization of TPS components for weight, performance, and manufacturability
Develop and document analysis methodologies specific to TPS applications
Create and maintain analysis reports and technical documentation
Support test planning, execution, and correlation of test data with analytical predictions
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure TPS components meet structural requirements
Participate in design reviews and technical meetings
Support failure investigations through detailed structural analysis
Develop and maintain structural margins for flight certification
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate TPS with vehicle systems