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Sr. Structural Engineer

Greater Seattle Area, US💼 Full-time💰 $121,023–$121,023🗓 2026-08-18 → 2026-09-26

Core

Develop unique structural design solutions for New Glenn's government, Lunar, and crewed spacecraft customers, owning hardware through the full life cycle from design to test.

Role type

Senior IC structural engineer (aerospace/launch vehicles)

Builds

Reusable heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle structures (New Glenn)

Domain

Aerospace / Launch Vehicle Systems

Deliverable

production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> physical/clinical work (hardware design & test)

Required skills

structural design and analysis, 3D CAD software proficiency, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerance (GD&T), vehicle load path distribution, finite element analysis, material selection, manufacturing techniques, root cause analysis, project management

Preferred skills

composite structure design, cryogenic structure design, Thermal Protection Systems (TPS) design, optimization and DOE methods, full product lifecycle management

Technologies

Creo, CATIA V5, SolidWorks, AutoDesk, Ansys, Nastran, Optistruct, LS Dyna, Hypermesh, Hypersizer, Windchill

Responsibilities

Design, analyze, and test primary and secondary structures; execute research and trade studies; create CAD models and interface control documents; lead root cause analyses for manufacturing issues; review technical work to ensure quality standards; manage multiple concurrent projects; develop junior engineers

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities

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