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

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

About the role

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 for talented M&P Engineers to join our growing Lunar Transportation team and build a strong M&P Engineering division dedicated to safely and successfully delivering the Lunar objectives at Blue Origin. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

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 Qualifications

• 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).

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

• Blue’s Standard Background Check (required for all positions).
• 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 (CDL drivers only), 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 (required for certain job profiles).

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%.
• 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.