Blue Origin · 11 hours ago
Senior Structural Project Engineer - Launch Complex 36
Merritt Island, FL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles for the benefit of Earth. They are seeking an experienced Senior Structural Project Engineer to lead the structural engineering aspects of launch pad construction, ensuring safety, quality, and performance standards are met. The role involves collaboration with construction teams and providing engineering solutions to complex structural issues.
National DefenseAerospaceManufacturingRenewable EnergyNational Security
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Serve as the structural engineering technical authority during construction of LC36B facilities
Provide dedicated structural engineering expertise for all reinforced concrete, steel, and specialty structures
Evaluate complex structural field issues and develop engineering solutions that maintain design intent
Review contractor submittals, RFIs, and change proposals specifically related to structural elements
Perform detailed field inspections to verify critical structural work meets design requirements
Lead structural problem resolution between design engineers, contractors, and construction teams
Verify structural connections, reinforcement placement, and foundation systems prior to placement/installation
Assess and approve structural modifications needed to accommodate field conditions
Monitor structural testing programs including concrete strength testing, bolt torque verification, and weld inspections
Participate in structural risk assessments and failure mode analyses during construction
Maintain comprehensive documentation of structural verifications and approvals
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in engineering with substantial coursework and expertise in structural engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) license with structural emphasis
10+ years of demonstrable structural engineering experience with at least 5 years in field engineering
Proven expertise in structural analysis, construction methods, and failure mechanisms
Comprehensive knowledge of concrete reinforcement, structural steel, and foundation systems
Experience with industrial structure construction including heavy foundations, equipment supports, and dynamic loads
Proficiency interpreting structural drawings, specifications, and building codes
Demonstrated success resolving complex structural field issues during construction
Strong technical writing skills for engineering documentation and formal correspondence
Ability to work in an active construction environment with occasional non-standard hours
Preferred
Master's degree in Structural Engineering
SE (Structural Engineer) license in addition to PE
Experience with launch pad, test stand, or other aerospace ground facilities
Expertise with specialized structures subject to extreme loading conditions (blast, vibration, thermal)
Familiarity with AISC, ACI, and specialized aerospace structural requirements
Experience with finite element analysis software for field modification verification
Background in structural retrofit and modification of existing facilities
Knowledge of construction administration processes in aerospace/defense settings
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
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
Recent News
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