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Structural Design Engineer Lead

Blue Origin · Merritt Island, FL · 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 everyone feels valued and respected. We foster trust, equality, and teamwork, and we provide all qualified applicants with equal opportunities for employment.

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.

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