Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer III - Mechanisms, Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking talented M&P Engineers to join the Lunar Permanence team. You will support aerospace materials and processes from design through manufacturing, ensuring compliance with spacecraft requirements and safety standards.

The role involves cross-functional collaboration, signatory releases for parts and assemblies, and development of test plans to qualify materials and processes for vacuum and cryogenic environments.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ years M&P engineering experience on a production space program.
• Expertise in tribology, lubrication, coatings and wear mechanisms.
• Experience with solid/liquid lubricants for vacuum/space.
• Experience in materials/process review, development and qualification.
• Ability to develop and execute test plans for components, materials and processes.
• Knowledge of industry data standards (MMPDS, MAPTIS, CMH-17).
• Experience organizing materials/process data in accessible databases.

Responsibilities

• Provide M&P engineering support for aerospace materials and processes (aluminum, steel, inconel, copper, bronze).
• Provide design engineering support for mechanical systems and assemblies to meet vehicle requirements.
• Execute characterization and qualification efforts related to materials and processes.
• Review production drawings for large assemblies and document reviews.
• Responsible for M&P signatory release of drawings for parts/assemblies.
• Evaluate lubricants, coatings, and surface treatments for vacuum/cryogenic/high-cycle-life applications.
• Characterize friction, wear, and lubrication behavior through testing.
• Support internal/external M&P efforts, including specifications, supplier qualification, First Article Inspection, testing, updates.
• Support development of internal engineering and quality processes to standardize material evaluation and qualification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Lunar organization and other units.

Skills

Tribology

Lubrication science

Surface coatings

Wear mechanisms

Test planning

Data management

Education

B.S. degree in Aerospace/Mechanical/Materials or Chemical Eng

Tools

MAPTIS

MMPDS

CMH-17

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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface.

We are looking talented M&P Engineers to join our growing Lunar Permanence team and build a strong M&P Engineering division dedicated to safely and successfully delivering the Lunar objectives at Blue Origin. You will share in the team's impact from the design phase through manufacturing and processing to meet spacecraft requirements. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities

• Provide M&P engineering support for aerospace grade materials and processes including: aluminum, steel, inconel, copper, bronze; forming, extrusion, plating, coating, welding, brazing, anodization, and passivation.
• Provide design engineering support for mechanical systems and mechanism assemblies such that all parts, materials, and processes meet necessary requirements for all vehicle systems.
• Execute characterization and qualification efforts related to materials and processes
• 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
• Evaluate and select lubricants, dry-film coatings, and surface treatments for vacuum, cryogenic, and high-cycle-life applications
• Characterize friction, wear, and lubrication behavior through analysis and laboratory testing
• Support internal and external M&P efforts, including development of specifications, supplier qualification, First Article Inspection, mechanical testing, and customer-facing updates
• Support 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.
• 6+ Years of demonstrated M&P Engineering experience on a production space program
• Demonstrated expertise in tribology, including lubrication science, surface coatings, and wear mechanisms
• Experience with solid film and liquid lubricants for space and vacuum environments.
• Experience in materials and manufacturing process review and selection, development, and qualification
• 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)
• 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. or Ph.D. in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field
• Experience running ambient, elevated temperature, and cryogenic thermomechanical testing
• Experience planning and executing materialallowablesor qualification program

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.

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.

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

Benefits

• Benefits 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 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.

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