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Blue Origin · 2 weeks ago

Satellite Structures and Configuration Engineer - III

Denver, CO

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$108K/yr - $151K/yr

5+ years exp

Blue Origin is working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. They are seeking an experienced Satellite Structures and Configuration Engineer to be responsible for the structural design, analysis, and configuration of satellite systems, ensuring optimal mass efficiency while maintaining structural integrity.

AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Lead structural design and configuration activities for satellite systems, including primary and secondary structures

Perform detailed mass optimization studies to ensure spacecraft meets mission requirements while maximizing payload capacity

Develop and maintain packaging strategies for satellite components, ensuring efficient use of available volume

Conduct comprehensive stress and modal analyses to validate structural designs under various loading conditions

Design and analyze composite structures, leveraging advanced materials to achieve weight savings

Collaborate with systems engineering, thermal, and propulsion teams to resolve integration challenges

Create and maintain detailed CAD models and engineering documentation for structural systems

Qualification

Structural designStructural analysis toolsCAD softwareComposite materialsMass optimizationStress analysisModal analysisProblem-solving skillsAttention to detail

Required

B.S. degree in Aerospace, Mechanical Engineering, or related engineering field

5+ years of experience in spacecraft or aerospace structural design

Proficiency in structural analysis tools (e.g., NASTRAN, ANSYS, or similar)

Experience with CAD software (e.g., CATIA, SolidWorks, or NX)

Demonstrated knowledge of structural design principles, material properties, and manufacturing processes

Strong understanding of composite materials and their application in space structures

Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail

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

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