Spaceflight Materials & Processes Engineer I

Jobtailor; Alabama; On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Materials Engineer to support spaceflight systems, focusing on metallic and non-metallic hardware, material selection, and design integration.

You will collaborate with engineering teams to review drawings, develop manufacturing processes, and define design requirements that meet engineering, structural, and program goals. The role requires strong communication and teamwork, with the ability to work independently in rapid development programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum B.S. degree or higher in materials science and engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, metallurgical engineering, polymer engineering, welding engineering, geology/geosciences and mining engineering, or related field
• Degree earned within the last year
• Ability to start by Fall 2027
• Broad experience with metallic materials such as super alloys, aluminum, and titanium and associated processing, including forging, casting, forming, brazing, and welding
• Broad experience with non-metallic hardware such as O-rings, seals, and lubricants
• Experience with material characterization and failure modes, including corrosion, failure investigation, and thermal degradation
• Ability to break down complex problems into traceable tasks and concisely communicate project status
• Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience demonstrating technical skills and leadership qualities
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen a culture of inclusion
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs
• Flexible and adaptable mindset
• Self-driven with ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction
• U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residency, or lawful admission to the U.S. as a refugee or asylee
• Required Blue’s Standard Background Check
• MS in a related field is desired
• Familiarity with standard methods for testing mechanical properties, including fatigue, fracture, creep, and stress rupture, is desired
• Familiarity with friction stir welding, spin forming, mining and geophysical exploration, metallurgy, casting and forging, or metallic additive manufacturing is desired

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to address material challenges in spaceflight systems
• Review production drawings for large, complex assemblies to ensure optimal material selection and process implementation
• Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes for metallic and non-metallic hardware
• Select materials and define design requirements to meet engineering, structural, and program goals
• Collaborate with quality, design, structures, thermal, integration, and manufacturing teams to optimize system design and performance
• Match with an appropriate engineering team based on skillset, experience, and business needs

Skills

Team Collaboration

Problem-Solving

Communication

Adaptability

Self-Driven

Education

B.S. in Materials Science and Engineering

MS in related field

Geology/Geosciences or Mining Engineering (education)

Tools

Friction Stir Welding

Spin Forming

Casting

Forging

Metallic Additive Manufacturing

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking a Materials Engineer to support spaceflight systems, focusing on metallic and non-metallic hardware, material selection, and design integration.

You will collaborate with engineering teams to review drawings, develop manufacturing processes, and define design requirements that meet engineering, structural, and program goals. The role requires strong communication and teamwork, with the ability to work independently in rapid development programs.