Lunar Structural Analyst III, Fluid Systems- Lunar Permanence Verified today
Role Overview
This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers. You will support development of the Blue Moon Mk2 Crew Lander to bring humans to the Moon. As part of a diverse fluids and propulsion team, you will lead the structural analysis efforts for the reaction control system and/or helium system.
You will play a key role in developing the Lunar Transportation system that will return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth.
Responsibilities
- Conduct structural and dynamic analysis of valves, tubing, mounts, COPVs, and related components with limited guidance
- Identify opportunities for safety improvements, cost savings, and weight savings
- Support configuration development and trade studies
- Review supplier analyses of COTS valves and support qualification efforts
- Maintain and report on work tasks, schedule, and technical status
Minimum Qualifications
- B.S. degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering
- 5 or more years of experience in structural and dynamic analysis of pressurized components and systems including valves, tubing/piping, and pressure vessels
- Experience with FEA analysis tools (ANSYS preferred) including structural, dynamic, and thermal analyses
- Working knowledge of 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E and Pro/E Piping module preferred)
- Experience delivering analysis products with limited oversight in an aerospace setting
- Expertise with fatigue analysis and fracture mechanics (hand calculations, NASGRO, VCCT, etc.)
- Knowledge of manufacturing methods, material selection, testing, characterization, and allowables development
- 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 analysis of components involving welding or casting
- Experience with statistical analysis for preparation of design allowables
- Experience with one or more of the following analysis codes: Nastran, Ansys (structural, dynamic, thermal, CFD), Abaqus, LS-Dyna, or Optistruct
Compensation
Base Pay Range for WA applicants: $121,023.00 to $169,432.20. Other site ranges may differ.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
- Paid parental leave
- Short and long-term disability
- 401(k) with company match of up to 5%
- Education Support Program
- Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours per week)
- Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays