Structural Design Engineer III - New Glenn

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 spaceflightThis role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-liftorbital launch vehicle capable ofroutinelycarrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar,and beyond.Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designedfrom the beginningto be human-capable.As part of a small hardworking and inclusive team of engineers, you will be responsible for cradle-to-grave ownership of structural components and assemblies on the New Glenn Payload Fairing. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of New Glenn. This is a hands-on position and in this role you will take ownership of designs from concept through launch, perform initial sizing and detailed analysis, and work directly with our manufacturing teams to ensure successful hardware integration. Your unique skills will complement a close-knit, highly collaborative team that values perspectives from a wide range of backgrounds.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to build the road to space. Passion for our mission and vision is requiredResponsibilities:Design, analysis, development, and testing of primary and secondary structures, including composites and metallic piece parts, as well as integrated structural assembliesBuild 3D models, detail part drawings, assemblies, installations, and interface control documentsCoordinate with other subsystem teams on the design of structural interfacesProvide on-site manufacturing and production support, including travel when needed.Support configuration development and trade studiesParticipate in subsystem test planning, execution, data reduction and analysisWork with multi-functional teams that are responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and suppliers to produce world class aerospace hardwarePlan, coordinate, conduct tests, and review test dataParticipate in the development and purchase of new equipment and toolingMaintain and report on activity schedule, budget and technical statusCoach, mentor and technically assist junior engineersFind opportunities for improvements and operational cost savingsMinimum QualificationsMinimum of a B.S. degree in engineering and 5+ years of related experienceExperience on launch vehicles, aircraft or similar in one or more of the following areas:Structural design of metallic components and assembliesVehicle load path distribution, and first order strength assessment and sizingKnowledge of material selection, compatibility, and manufacturing techniquesStrong understanding of structural design and analysis fundamentalsStrong mechanical design skills using Creo and CATIA V5.Ability to conduct structural analysis using both classical hand-calculation methods and finite element analysis techniquesFamiliarity with classical aerospace sizing methods (ex: Bruhn, Niu, Roark).Strong skills with both authoring and interpreting Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance analysis (ASME Y14.5)Preferred Qualifications:

Created: 2026-03-24