Materials and Process Engineer III, Engines

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Education Support Program

Stock Options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a seasoned Materials Engineer to develop and qualify materials and processes for engine applications. You will collaborate with design, manufacturing and process engineers to design, qualify, and implement materials solutions across the development and production lifecycle.

The role requires a BS or higher in Materials Science and Engineering or related field, 7+ years in materials and processes, and working knowledge of steels, stainless steels, copper, and joining design

Qualifications

• B.S. degree or higher in Materials Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 7+ years’ 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.

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 quality assurance measures.
• Develop materials test plans for selected materials and assemblies.
• Own process and repair qualification across the development and production lifecycle.
• Identify and implement improvement opportunities for cost and lead time reductions.

Skills

Materials science knowledge

Metals and alloys

Joining design

Process engineering

Quality assurance

Education

B.S. degree or higher in Materials Science and Engineering or related field

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!

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 quality assurance measures
• Develop materials test plans for selected materials and assemblies
• Own process and repair qualification across the development and production lifecycle
• Identify and implement improvement opportunities for cost and lead time reductions

Qualifications

• B.S. degree 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

Desired

• Advanced degree in relevant discipline.
• In-depth understanding of materials/ process relationships across a broad range of alloys and materials
• Familiarity with a range of manufacturing processes (additive, casting, forging) and their impact on material properties
• Experience with maintenance, repair, and overhaul on complex hardware or systems
• Experience setting up and qualifying new manufacturing equipment and/or processes
• Understanding of, and ability to work too, relevant quality and design codes and standards.

Background Check 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, 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

Export Control Regulations

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.

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
• 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 Opportunity

Blue 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. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.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 LosAngeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.U.S. Applicant Privacy Notice EU Applicant Privacy Notice