Structural Analyst III – New Glenn Advanced Upper Stage

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. Perform detailed hand calculations and finite element analysis of primary and secondary aerospace structures .

Posted 9/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $110,938 - $169,432 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in structural analysis and finite element analysis (FEA) for aerospace applications, with a strong focus on model creation, optimization, and documentation. Proficient in mentoring and supporting teams in stress analysis, fracture analysis, and aerospace structural requirements.

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Finite Element Analysis (FEA)NastranAbaqusStructural AnalysisMentoring

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Hard Skills

Hand CalculationsStress AnalysisFEM Modeling TechniquesFatigue AnalysisFracture AnalysisProcess Automation ToolsModel CreationOptimizationStrength ChecksAnalysis Report Generation

Soft Skills

Team SupportMentoring

Tools & Technologies

FEMAPAbaqus CAEHypermeshOptistructLS-DynaHyperSizer

Industry Keywords

AerospaceLaunch Vehicle Structural RequirementsDevelopment TestingQualification Testing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform detailed hand calculations and finite element analysis of primary and secondary aerospace structures
Document stress analyses to support release of engineering drawings and documents
Make predictions, implement test campaigns, and create reports supporting hardware qualifications
Build system- and detail-level models supporting structural design
Support other teams and team members with inputs for configuration development and trade studies
Mentor designers and junior structural analysts in stress, stability, fracture analysis, and standard processes
Improve enterprise analysis capabilities by creating process automation tools for model creation, optimization, strength checks, and analysis report generation
Support development and operations of New Glenn Advanced Upper Stage

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering
3+ years of related experience
Proficiency with one or more of Nastran, Optistruct, Ansys, or Abaqus, including reading and manipulating input files
High proficiency with FEA software such as FEMAP, Abaqus CAE, or Hypermesh
Extensive understanding of FEM modeling techniques, including boundary conditions, bolted connections, contact, and verification methods
Structural analysis experience using hand calculations and finite element techniques
Experience with industry-standard software such as Ansys, Nastran, Optistruct, LS-Dyna, Hypermesh, or HyperSizer
Experience with development and/or qualification testing
Knowledge of aerospace and/or launch vehicle structural requirements
Experience with fatigue and fracture analysis
Ability to relocate to WA, FL, or CO locations
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted U.S. refugee or asylee
Required to complete Blue’s Standard Background Check

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, and company results