Senior Materials & Process Engineer: Polymers & Nonmetals

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

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking an experienced Materials Engineer to support the New Glenn program. You will lead material selection, characterization, and qualification for nonmetallic components in a cross-functional team within the VAST group.

The role involves hands-on lab work, reviewing drawings, developing allowables, and applying knowledge of polymers (PTFE, PEEK, FEP) and related processes. Candidates should have ABET-accredited degree and 5+ years aerospace experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering, or a relevant field from an ABET-accredited school.
• 5+ years of experience with materials and processes used in aerospace or other relevant industry.
• Experience in materials and manufacturing process review and selection, development, and qualification.
• Experience with various nonmetallic materials used for sealing and bushings (e.g., PTFE, PCTFE, FEP, PEEK, Vespel, and elastomers).
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing test plans for materials and processes.
• Knowledge of industry standards and databases for material data analysis (e.g., MAPTIS, CMH-17).
• Solid interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to learn, grow, and tackle new challenges in a fast‑paced environment.
• Excellent attention to detail and task ownership; someone who demonstrates pride in all work and willingness to perform low‑level tasks when needed.
• Ability to work harmoniously with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Work with a cross‑functional team on material selections, manufacturing processes, and suppliers to produce aerospace hardware.
• Review and approve drawings for conformance to the New Glenn Parts, Materials and Process Plan, ensuring proper selection and definition of materials and processes.
• Own material characterization and allowables development, and help expand the current database of nonmetallic and polymer material properties.
• Support the development and qualification of material related processes.
• Provide technical support and disposition of nonconformances arising from the application and implementation of material and/or process control requirements.
• Experience with characterization and inspection methods relevant to nonmetallic materials (e.g., FTIR).

Skills

Material selection

Nonmetallic materials

Polymers

Test plans

Material characterization

Statistics/DoE

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Tools

MAPTIS

CMH-17

Job description

Blue Origin in Seattle, WA is seeking an experienced Materials Engineer to support the New Glenn program. You will lead material selection, characterization, and qualification for nonmetallic components in a cross-functional team within the VAST group.

The role involves hands-on lab work, reviewing drawings, developing allowables, and applying knowledge of polymers (PTFE, PEEK, FEP) and related processes. Candidates should have ABET-accredited degree and 5+ years aerospace experience.