This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit focused on developing Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and sustainable infrastructure for crew transport to the lunar surface
Job Summary
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit focused on developing Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and sustainable infrastructure for crew transport to the lunar surface.
The ideal candidate will lead structural analyses, manage test plans, and mentor junior engineers while ensuring designs meet strict performance and reliability standards for human-rated missions.
Blue Origin offers competitive compensation ranges based on location, stock options for all regular employees, comprehensive medical benefits, and up to four weeks of paid time off annually.
Matching Summary
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit focused on developing Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and sustainable infrastructure for crew transport to the lunar surface.
Salary
CA: $121,023 - $169,432; CO: $110,938 - $155,312; WA: $121,023 - $169,432; Stock options included; Up to 5% 401(k) match
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
6-8 years structural analysis experience
Finite element analysis (FEA) expertise
Cryogenic systems knowledge
ANSYS or NASTRAN proficiency
Static and dynamic stress analysis
Flight hardware design and qualification
Nice-to-have
Mentoring junior engineers
Grit and technical ambition
Experience with low-fidelity analysis
Cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to adapt to evolving requirements
Key Requirements
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
Minimum 6 years of experience in analysis and design
US citizenship or permanent resident status required
Proficiency in simulation tools like ANSYS or NASTRAN
Knowledge of NASA-STD-5020 and ANSI/AIAA S-080A-2018
Work Rights
Must be a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or granted asylum