Blue Origin
spaceflight
TPSAnalyst
“TPS Analyst at Blue Origin. Skills: structural analysis, finite element analysis (FEA), composite materials, thermal protection systems. Perform structural analyses for thermal protection system components and assemblies using finite element analysis (FEA) tools. Develop and validate finite element models for complex TPS structures”
What You'll Achieve.
ensure TPS components meet structural requirements; Develop and maintain structural margins for flight certification; integrate TPS with vehicle systems
Industry & Context.
problem-solving skills; problem solvers
Relocation assistance is available for this position, This role may require occasional travel to test facilities and manufacturing sites, Applicants who best meet the job requirements will be contacted and considered when a position becomes available, 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
What They're Looking For.
Must Have
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field, 2+ years of experience in structural analysis, Proficiency with finite element analysis software, Experience with structural mechanics principles and applications, Knowledge of material behavior and failure mechanisms, Understanding of composite materials and structures, Ability to interpret and apply engineering requirements, problem-solving skills and attention to detail, Excellent written and verbal communication skills, Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Nice to Have
Experience with HyperWorks and Hypermesh software, Advanced knowledge of composite material analysis and failure theories, Experience with thermal protection systems or high-temperature structures, Knowledge of materials used in TPS applications (ceramics, ceramic matrix composites, carbon-carbon), Familiarity with other FEA software packages (Nastran, ANSYS, Abaqus), Understanding of thermal analysis and heat transfer principles, Experience with non-linear analysis techniques, Knowledge of spacecraft or launch vehicle systems, Experience correlating analysis results with test data, Familiarity with systems engineering practices, Experience with design optimization methods, Master's degree in relevant engineering discipline with focus on structural analysis
What You'll Do.
Perform structural analyses for thermal protection system components and assemblies using finite element analysis (FEA) tools
Develop and validate finite element models for complex TPS structures
and coupled thermal-structural analyses
Analyze composite structures and materials used in thermal protection systems
Support design optimization of TPS components for weight
and manufacturability
Develop and document analysis methodologies specific to TPS applications
Create and maintain analysis reports and technical documentation
Support test planning
and correlation of test data with analytical predictions
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure TPS components meet structural requirements
Participate in design reviews and technical meetings
Support failure investigations through detailed structural analysis
Develop and maintain structural margins for flight certification
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate TPS with vehicle systems
How You'll Work.
Team & Collaboration
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure TPS components meet structural requirements; Participate in design reviews and technical meetings; Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate TPS with vehicle systems; Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Communication Scope
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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