Materials and Process Engineer III, Engines

Blue Origin LLC; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin Engines in Huntsville, AL seeks a Materials & Processes Engineer to develop and qualify materials and processes for advanced engine programs. You will guide material selection, design and qualification, influencing manufacturability and cost across the lifecycle.

You should have 7+ years in materials and processes, hands-on experience with metallic materials, joining, and various manufacturing methods. On-site role with strong collaboration and process improvement expectations.

Qualifications

• BS or higher in Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years of direct experience in materials and processes.
• Experience providing M&P guidance across product lifecycle.
• Working knowledge of metallic materials including steels, stainless steels, CI-based alloys and copper.
• Experience with joining and joint design for welding, brazing, and fastening.
• Desire for advanced degree and broad understanding of alloys and material-property relations.
• Familiarity with additive, casting, forging and other manufacturing processes and their impact on material properties.
• Experience with maintenance, repair, and overhaul on complex hardware or systems.
• Ability to set up and qualify new manufacturing equipment/processes and understand relevant quality/design codes.

Responsibilities

• Develop and qualify materials and processes for engine applications.
• Work with design, manufacturing and process engineers to design, qualify and implement specialized materials.
• Lead material selection and trades for new designs.
• Identify and apply mature state‑of‑the‑art processes to manufacturing and develop process control documentation and QA measures.
• Develop materials test plans for selected materials and assemblies.
• Own process and repair qualification across development and production lifecycle.
• Identify and implement cost and lead time reduction opportunities.

Skills

Materials science

Materials engineering

Metals understanding

Welding/joining

brazing

Manufacturing processes

Quality standards

Education

B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering

B.S. in Electrical Engineering

B.S. in Chemical Engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Application close date:Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.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!This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.Description :This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.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!This is a unique role, which will span Materials and Process Engineering and focus on materials and processes for Blue’s advanced engine program . This role will directly impact design and manufacturability of engine hardware, ultimately contributing to lowering the cost of access to space .Responsibilities :Develop and qualify materials and processes for engine applicationsWork with design, manufacturing and process engineers to design , qualify and implement specialized materialsLead material selection and trades for new designsIdentify and apply mature state-of-the-art processes to manufacturing, and develop process control documentation and quality assurance measuresDevelop materials test plans for selected materials and assembliesOwn process and repair qualification across the development and production lifecycleIdentify and implement improvement opportunities for cost and lead time reductionsQualifications:B .S. degree or higher in M aterials S cience and E ngineering, Electrical E ngineering, Chemical Engineering or related field7 + years’ of direct experience in materials and processesE xperience providing M&P guidance across product lifecy c leWorking knowledge o f metallic materials including steels , stainless st eels , Ci-based alloys and copperExperience with joining and joint design for welding, brazing, and fasteningDesired:Advanced degree in relevant discipline.In-depth understanding of materials/ process relationships across a broad range of alloys and materialsFamiliarity with a range of manufacturing processes (additive, casting, forging) and their impact on material propertiesExperience with maintenance, repair, and overhaul on complex hardware or systemsExperience setting up and qualifying new manufacturing equipment and/or processesUnderstanding of, and ability to work too, relevant quality and design codes and standards.Culture StatementDon’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.Export Control RegulationsApplicants 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.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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, 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits include: 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%, and an 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, and 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 subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.Equal Employment OpportunityBlue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail] . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.