Mechanical & Structural Analyst III - GSE / Tooling

Blue Origin LLC

Seattle, WA

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JOB DETAILS

JOB TYPE

Full-time, Employee

SKILLS

Affirmative Action, Analysis Skills, Best Practices, CDL Driver's License, Communication Skills, Component Assembly, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Disability Accommodations, Federal Laws and Regulations, Finite Element Analysis, Genetics, Hazardous Materials/Substances, Hydraulic Engineering, Legal, Machine Tool, Machining, Manufacturing, Material Moving, Mechanical Assembly, Medical Records, Mentoring, Military, Multitasking, Onboarding, PTC Creo, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Development, Quality Assurance, Regulations, Risk, Road Tests, Safety/Work Safety, Siemens PLM Software NX (fka UGS NX), Simulation, Stability Analysis, State Laws and Regulations, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Operations, Team Player, Testing, Tool and Die Manufacturing, Trade Studies, Vendor/Supplier Management, Welding

LOCATION

Seattle, WA

POSTED

30+ days ago

Application close date:
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. 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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As a member of this highly skilled and collaborative team, you willbe responsible forproviding structural analysis support for ground support equipment (GSE) and manufacturing tooling, including but not limited to machining fixtures, assembly fixtures, and mechanical systems. Your responsibilities will include conducting structural analyses,reviewingand evaluating both internally developed and vendor-produced designs, and offering structural design consultations to designers and external partners.

Responsibilities:

Perform strength assessmentsutilizingboth classical analysis techniques and finite element analysis (FEA) for tooling and ground support equipment (GSE)

Document and review stress analyses tofacilitatethe release of engineering drawings and related documentation

Mentor tooling designers on best practices in stress, stability, and fracture analysis

Providetechnical guidance on design concepts, including risk, cost, and performance trade-offs

Support cross-functional teams with input for design development, analysis, and trade studies

Lead conceptual and detailed analysis of tooling and equipment for the manufacture and assembly of structural components, mechanical/actuated systems, and hydraulic and fluid systems

Serve as the technical point of contact and responsible party for vendor-developed tooling projects

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in engineering (minimum), with at least8years of experience analyzing ground support equipment (GSE) ortooling in the automotive,aerospaceor similarindustry

Experience creating andvalidatingfinite element models (FEMs)using Ansysor NX Simulation with Nastran

Proven Experience of FEA using 1D, 2D & 3D elements with modelscontainingweldments, machined parts, and weldments

Proficiencyin generating free-body diagrams to calculate internal loads and reaction forces, and in simplifying and idealizing structural problems of varying complexity

Extensive experience analyzing steel and aluminum tooling, including machining fixtures and weldmentsusing hand calculations

Proficiencyin performing bolted joint hand calculations (bolt preload, joint stiffness, shear-tension interaction, insert pull-out, etc.)

Proficiencyin performing welded joint hand calculations (requiredsize, length, effective throat, direct and resultantstress,and failure modes

Demonstrated ability to earn trust,maintainpositive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion

Familiarity with applicable structural codes (AISC-360, ASME B30 & 31, ASME BTH-1, etc.)

Desired:

Professional Engineer (PE) licensure

Proficiencywith Creo and/or Siemens NX software

Strong customer focus and excellent communication skills

Demonstratedtrack recordof successful project delivery

Ability to collaborate effectively within multidisciplinary teams

Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

Ability to clearly communicate analytical findings to both technical and non-technical audiences

Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Don't 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 you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't 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.

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.

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

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.

Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us atEEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

California Applicant Privacy Notice

If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.

ITAR Requirements

To conform to U.S. Government commercial space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), 8 U.S.C. § 1324b(a)(3), applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, lawfully admitted for permanent residence into the U.S. (i.e. current green card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum under 8 U.S.C. § 1157-1158. Learn more about the ITAR here.

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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here and here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to view a copy of Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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