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Blue Origin LLC Structural Engineer III - New Glenn in Seattle, Washington
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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration heavy-lift launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to Earth's orbit and beyond. Engineered with a reusable first stage and a seven-meter payload fairing, New Glenn is building the road to space. As a Design Engineer on the Manufacturing Technology team of the New Glenn Stage 1 booster you will work on the design, analyze, and build of prototypes, testing, product and process development of various New Glenn Stage 1 booster components and systems.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Minimum Qualifications: BS degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering or other relevant degree 4+ years of work or project experience in design, analysis, build, and testing Capable of integrating concepts and principles of mechanical design and analysis for several different projects in a fast-paced environment Ability to interpret and apply sound design and drafting standards (ASME Y14.5, GD&T) in creating and evaluating engineering drawings and definition Handle a wide range of technical problems and familiar with different types metallic and composite component. Ability to understand the use and application of assembly fixtures, structural weldments, testing setups, coating application and use. Experience collaborating with component and system designer engineers, manufacturing engineers, test engineers and production/operations to achieve efficient and cost-effective designs. Ability to manage vendor projects including the down selection, manufacturing process, and quality audits Ability to set, implement, and maintain schedules and budgets to ensure project completion Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a dynamic team environment applying team member's strengths. Extremely customer focused with strong verbal and written communication skills A demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with teams of diverse skills across large geographic distances Periodic travel to support production, engineering, management staff, and suppliers/vendors. Up to 5%-10% Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion. Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. Preferred Qualifications: Experience with structural analysis in addition to the ability to perform hand calculations Proven expertisein design for manufacturability and design for assembly including experience taking products from development design to rate production Solid understanding of common manufacturing processes and machines including mills, lathes, welding, sheet-metal bending, lifting/rigging, assembly, inspection, etc. Experience with ProE/Creo and Windchill CAD/PDM systems Experience with FEM software such as ANSYS Workbench, FEMAP Pre/Post processing, NASTRAN Solver, NX Advance Simulation, ProE Simulate/Mechanical, etc. Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $89,820.00-$125,748.00 Other site ranges may differ Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. Inclusivity 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 Or