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Structural Design Engineer Lead

Blue Origin · Greater Seattle Area · 2 wk ago
On-siteEngineering$145k–$203k/yrFull-time

About the role

This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the end-to-end design of mechanical structures for various payload and cargo systems.
  • Serve as a primary technical point of contact for cargo customers, translating their needs into actionable design requirements.
  • Perform detailed structural analysis (FEA) and create engineering drawings and specifications.
  • Collaborate with manufacturing, integration, and test teams to ensure a seamless transition from design to production.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related field.
  • 10+ years of experience in structural design and analysis.
  • Direct experience with the design of payload integration systems or similar structures.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a customer-facing role.
  • Proficiency in CAD and FEA software (CREO desired).
  • TS/SCI Clearance or ability to attain TS/SCI (preferred).

Qualifications

  • Master's degree or higher in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering (preferred).
  • Experience leading design teams or mentoring junior engineers (preferred).
  • Hands-on experience with structural testing and data correlation (preferred).

Skills

  • Structural design and analysis skills.
  • Customer-facing communication skills.
  • Proficiency in CAD and FEA software.

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%.
  • 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.

Pay

Compensation range for CA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20; for CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95; for WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20; other site ranges may differ.

Schedule

Not specified.

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%.
  • 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.

Company Culture

Blue Origin is dedicated to building an authentic workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. We support diversity, equity, and inclusion, and strive to foster a culture of trust, equality, and teamwork.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals without regard to 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.

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 (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.

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.

Relocation

Relocation provided.

Travel

Travel expected up to 15% of the time.

Interviews

Interviews will include a technical assessment.

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