Structural & Mechanical Engineer I

About the Role

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!

We are collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

Early Career Pathways

We offer two pathways for full-time employment (please indicate your preference in your application):

• Direct Hire: Multiple positions available across our Business Units. You will be matched with an appropriate engineering team based on your skillset and experience and our current business needs.
• New Graduate Rotation Program: This one-year development program enables you to expand your engineering skillset through a variety of hands-on experience and mentorship. Throughout your three four-month rotations, you'll explore a variety of fields supporting our business units: New Glenn, Blue Engines, Lunar Permanence, Blue National Security, Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering, and Operations. Upon completing this uniquely personalized program, you'll collaborate with the Program Manager to determine the best team fit for your ongoing career.

Location

Primary locations for this role are:

• Seattle, WA
• Huntsville, AL
• Cape Canaveral, FL
• Denver, CO
• Los Angeles, CA
• We prioritize placing early career engineers in locations where they can be co-located with their team and the relevant hardware they support.

Key Responsibilities

Your projects may include many aspects of applied mechanical / structural engineering including:

• Design, analysis and test of mechanical systems, propulsion systems, and structures.
• Integration of materials and processes, manufacturing, test, operations, and systems engineering.
• Participate in the entire design cycle, including requirements derivation, conceptual and detailed design, system performance modeling, structural analysis, manufacturing and integration support, development testing and qualification.
• Participate in the assembly and test of development and flight hardware including planning, execution, data reduction and analysis.
• Assist in the identification and implementation of design changes to improve system reliability and reduce operational cost.
• Specific duties are subject to our business unit objectives.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Minimum of a BS Degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering field.
• Will have earned their degree within the last year and able to start by Fall 2027.
• Basic understanding in the fundamentals of design (requirements identification, material selection, input definition, form factors, interface definition, environmental considerations, etc.).
• Basic proficiency in 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E preferred).
• Basic proficiency in strength and mechanics of materials.
• Basic proficiency in structural analysis including Free-body diagrams, hand calculations.
• Basic understanding of Finite Element Analysis (ANSYS preferred).
• Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience demonstrating technical skills and leadership qualities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs.
• Flexible and adaptable mindset.
• Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction.

Desired Qualifications

• MS degree in mechanical engineering or aerospace engineering, or other relevant engineering field.
• Experience with flight control actuators, deployable devices (doors, landing gear, sensors, etc.), hydraulic system components, separation systems, or other mechanical systems.
• Working knowledge of common aerospace materials, surface treatments, and fasteners.
• Experience with GD&T (ASME Y14.5).
• Hands-on experience with machining, building, and maintaining pressurized or mechanical systems.
• Mechanical component testing experience.
• Test instrumentation and data acquisition experience.
• Basic understanding of the fundamentals of fatigue and damage tolerance.

Additional Information

• Experience in aerospace is not a requirement. We value broad academic and industry experiences such as Tech, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive, and more.
• When you apply, include your internship, co-curricular, and research experience in your resume. Please also include the relevant programming languages you have used.
• If you haven’t yet used a tool in a professional setting, please include relevant coursework that demonstrates your preparation for these roles.
• 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.

Base Pay Range

• CA applicants: $81,313.00 - $113,837.85
• CO applicants: $74,537.00 - $104,351.10
• WA applicants: $81,313.00 - $113,837.85
• 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 a company match of up to 5%.
• 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.
• 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 are subject to change and cancellation.