Structures Engineer - MRB - Lunar Permanence

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 spaceflight!

This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

Responsibilities include

• Work directly with manufacturing engineers and technicians on the shop floor to assess nonconformances, understand fabrication constraints, and implement repair or rework solutions in real time
• Perform root cause analysis and disposition nonconformances (use-as-is, repair, rework, or scrap) based on engineering and structural design principles
• Develop repair designs, including drawings, sketches, and documentation, to correct nonconforming or damaged structural hardware
• Apply structural analysis and design experience to assess the impact of deviations on strength, stiffness, fatigue life, and overall structural integrity
• Collaborate with design engineers, stress analysts, quality engineers, and manufacturing to develop practical, cost-effective disposition solutions
• Support root cause and corrective action (RCCA) investigations for recurring nonconformances, driving improvements to design and manufacturing processes
• Generate and maintain nonconformance documentation, engineering dispositions, and repair instructions in compliance with quality and configuration management systems
• Partner closely with manufacturing to clarify disposition intent, walk through repair instructions, and ensure proper implementation on the shop floor
• Support first-article inspections and production troubleshooting related to structural fit, form, and function issues
• Identify trends in nonconformances and provide direct feedback to manufacturing and design teams to improve producibility and reduce recurrence
• Balance schedule pressures with sound engineering judgment to ensure safety and mission success

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field
• 6+ years of experience in structural design and/or structural engineering for aerospace hardware
• Experience with structural design of metallic and/or composite piece parts and assemblies
• Familiarity with GD&T (ASME Y14.5) and ability to interpret drawings, models, and engineering specifications
• Experience developing repair and rework solutions for nonconforming or damaged structural hardware
• Working knowledge of structural analysis principles (loads, stress, fatigue) sufficient to assess impact of nonconformances
• Experience working within a Material Review Board (MRB) process or similar nonconformance disposition process
• Strong communication skills, with ability to clearly document engineering rationale and disposition decisions
• Ability to work cross-functionally with quality, manufacturing, and design teams under time constraints
• 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

Desired

• Experience with both metallic and composite structural repair design
• Familiarity with structural analysis tools (Nastran, ANSYS preferred, or similar) to support disposition assessments
• Experience with root cause and corrective action (RCCA) methodologies (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, fishbone)
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, forming, welding, composite layup) and their impact on nonconformance trends
• Experience in a regulated aerospace quality environment (AS9100 or similar)
• Familiarity with classical hand analysis methods (Bruhn, Niu, Roark's, etc.)

Culture 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 Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Export Control Regulations

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.

Background Check

• 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, 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

Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.