Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer III – Corrosion Control

Blue Origin LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 111,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Stock options

Paid time off ( PTO)

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced engineer to own corrosion prevention and control for aerospace vehicle systems. You will lead M&P efforts, coordinate testing and supplier qualification, and guide material evaluation from design through qualification on a production flight program.

You will review complex drawings, release parts, and work cross-functionally to standardize processes across the Lunar organization and other business units. NASA standards knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace, Materials Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of demonstrated M&P Engineering experience on a production flight program.
• In-depth knowledge of NASA corrosion prevention requirements and associated standards.
• Knowledge of dissimilar metal compatibility and mitigation techniques.
• Familiarity with NASA-STD-6012 and corrosion prevention for space vehicles.
• Experience reviewing materials and processes for aerospace applications.
• Experience developing test plans for analysis and qualification of components.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad support for aerospace materials and processes including metals and composites.
• Own corrosion prevention plan, requirements, implementation and verification for vehicle systems.
• Lead and coordinate corrosion characterization efforts and M&P activities.
• Review production drawings and document reviews to requirements.
• Lead signatory release of engineering drawings for parts and assemblies.
• Coordinate internal and external M&P efforts including supplier qualification and testing.
• Develop internal engineering and quality processes to standardize material evaluation and qualification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Lunar organization and other units.

Skills

Corrosion prevention

NASA standards knowledge

Materials characterization

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. in Aerospace/Materials/Mechanical/Manufacturing/Chemical Engineering

M.S. in Aerospace/Materials/Mechanical/Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering

Tools

MMPDS

MAPTIS

CMH-17

Job description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Responsibilities:

• Provide broad support for aerospace grade materials and processes including: aluminum, steel, inconel, copper, bronze, composite; forming, extrusion, plating, coating, friction welding, brazing, anodization, passivation, solid and sandwich laminates.
• Own corrosion prevention and control plan, requirements, implementation, and verification; provide design engineering support for corrosion prevention for all vehicle systems
• Lead and coordinate characterization and qualification efforts related to corrosion characterization
• Review production drawing for large complex assemblies systematically, documenting the review to the established requirements
• Responsible for M&P signatory release of engineering drawings for parts and assemblies
• Lead and coordinate internal and external M&P efforts, including development of specifications, supplier qualification, First Article Inspection, mechanical testing, and customer-facing updates
• Lead the development of internal engineering and quality processes to standardize and accelerate material evaluation, implementation, and qualification
• Work with cross-functional teams within the Lunar organization and other business units.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 5+ Years of demonstrated M&P Engineering experience on a production flight program
• In-depth knowledge of NASA corrosion prevention requirements, associated standards, characterization methods, and industry best practices
• In-depth knowledge of dissimilar metal compatibilities and mitigation techniques
• Strong familiarity with NASA-STD-6012, and upholding corrosion prevention and control requirements for space vehicles
• Experience in materials and manufacturing process review and selection, development, and qualification for aerospace applications
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing test plans for analysis and qualification of components, materials, and processes
• Knowledge of industry standards for material data analysis (e.g. MMPDS, MAPTIS, CMH-17, etc.)
• Experience organizing and managing materials and process-related data in a company accessible database
• Ability to travel to support development and testing opportunities at other Blue Origin and vendor sites.

Desired:

• M.S. degree in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field
• In-depth knowledge of metallic materials characterization techniques (e.g. SEM, EDS, metallography, and mechanical testing)
• Demonstrated experience developing new aerospace processes and refining existing ones
• Experience running ambient, elevated temperature, and cryogenic thermomechanical testing
• Experience planning and executing material allowables or qualification program
• Knowledge of industry standards for material data analysis (e.g. MMPDS, CMH-17)

Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85 WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20 Other site ranges may differ.

Culture Statement

Don’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.

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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%, 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.

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