Structures Design Engineer III New Shepard
Structures Design Engineer III New Shepard
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$ 117498 - 164497
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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. Were 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 $117498.00-$164497.20Other site ranges may differ
Culture Statement
Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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.
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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 a refugee or granted asylum.
Background Check
Required for all positions: Blues 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 10001 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 (CDL drivers only) 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.
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.
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.
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Employment Type
Full-Time
