Materials and Processes (M&P) Sr. Engineer, Crew Habitation – Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin; United States; On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

Paid time off

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in the United States is seeking an experienced M&P Engineer to join the Lunar Permanence team and drive material and process qualification for crew-facing hardware in a pressurized module.

You will lead cross-functional work with suppliers, develop test plans, review drawings, and ensure adherence to NASA standards and contamination controls while traveling to partner sites as needed.

Qualifications

• MS degree required and 8+ years of M&P engineering in a crewed space program.
• In-depth NASA cleanliness, contamination, toxicity, and life support materials knowledge.
• Familiar with NASA-STD-6001 and related crewed hardware requirements.
• Experience with material data analysis and testing plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide broad support for aerospace materials and processes (aluminum, steel, inconel, copper, composites).
• Own material and process requirement implementation for crew-facing hardware in a pressurized module.
• Lead material characterization and qualification efforts for crew-facing hardware.
• Review production drawings for large assemblies and authorize sign-off.
• Lead internal and external M&P efforts including specs, supplier qualification, and testing.
• Develop internal engineering and quality processes for material evaluation and qualification.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams within Lunar organization and other units.

Skills

M&P Engineering

Aerospace materials

Test planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation management

Travel readiness

Crewed space hardware

Education

MS in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering

Tools

NASA standards knowledge

Material data analysis (MMPDS/MAPTIS)

Job description

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.

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 material and process requirement implementation and verification for crew facing hardware in a pressurized space crew module.
• Lead and coordinate material characterization and qualification efforts related to crew facing hardware in a pressurized space crew module.
• 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 M.S. degree in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 8+ Years of demonstrated M&P Engineering experience on a crewed space program.
• In-depth knowledge of NASA cleanliness, contamination, toxicity, and life support system materials requirements, associated standards, characterization methods, and industry best practices.
• Strong familiarity with NASA-STD-6001, toxicological, fungal, and microbial assessments, and other related NASA requirements addressing crew facing hardware in a pressurized space crew module.
• Strong familiarity with fluid compatibility of materials, in particular for water systems and corrosion prevention and control.
• 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.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Desired

• Ability to assess soft goods, foams, adhesives, coatings, flammability risks, and toxic atmosphere, with working knowledge of high oxygen concentration environments on materials.
• Ph.D. in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Experience owning cleanliness and contamination control requirements for crewed space vehicles.

Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $133,500.00 - $186,898.95 WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20 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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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
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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.

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We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork.

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