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Senior Materials and Processes Engineer at Blue Origin

Blue Origin Seattle, WA

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. Were 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 New Shepard program. New Shepard is a reusable suborbital rocket system designed to take astronauts and research payloads past the Kármán line the internationally recognized boundary of space. Through operational reusability New Shepard supports our mission of lowering the cost of access to space.As part of a hardworking team of engineers you will tackle existing material problems for various spaceflight systems. You will share in the teams impact on all aspects of New Shepard. You will review production drawings for large complex assemblies develop processes select materials help implement a New Shepard Parts Materials and Processes Plan and define design requirements. We work closely with quality design structures thermal integration and manufacturing to optimize designs and processes. Your broad experience in materials & processes support for metallic (e.g. forging casting forming extrusion plating corrosion coating brazing anodization welding passivation) and non-metallic (e.g. o-rings seals lubricants) hardware will be impactful to the team as we refine processes and engineering designs. We get to be involved in all materials and processes related to the New Shepard program! This means you will gain and share experiences across the organization. You will work with the New Shepard Materials and Processes Engineering Manager and work with them to increase program support. Our best team members are flexible in constantly evolving environments thorough detail oriented and passionate.We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!Minimum Qualifications:B.S. degree or higher in aerospace engineering materials engineering chemical engineering mechanical engineering or related field.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.Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle small and large projects with internal and external customers.Broad materials & processes support for metallic (e.g. forging casting forming extrusion plating coating brazing anodization passivation) and non-metallic (e.g. o-rings seals lubricants) hardware.Strong written and personal computer skills.Drawing review experienceKnowledgeable in Aluminum Titanium corrosion composites Friction Stir Welding or metallic materials.Preferred Qualifications:Familiarity with standard methods for testing mechanical properties (including fatigue fracture creep stress rupture) of metallic and soft materials.Demonstrated experience (M&P signatory authority) on a flight production program.Experience interacting with aerospace suppliers including on-site engineering audits supplier qualifications and statistical process controls.Proven experience crafting and executing test plans for analysis and qualification of components or materials such as aluminums nickel alloys titanium stainless steel and other exotic alloys.Experience developing and executing plans for material characterization such as mechanical testing and material compatibility analysis.5 years of proven resourcefulness and execution within complex rapidly-changing environments.Hands-on machining/welding experience (FSW preferred TIG/GTA acceptable.Experience with launch vehicle aircraft or spacecraft manufacturing and integration.Familiarity with common NDT methods including visual dye penetrant ultrasound x-ray CT scan Eddy Current XRF scan.Familiarity with surface finishes coatings seal geometries materials and applications.Passion for advancing the commercial space industry and human spaceflight.Review NDT results from processed hardware and disposition nonconformances.Experience with statistical analysis methods and related tools.Compensation Range for:WA applicants is $140959.00-$197342.25Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 RegulationsApplicants 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 a refugee or granted asylum.Background CheckRequired for all positions: Blues Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 10001 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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.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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys 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 OpportunityBlue 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origins Affirmative Action Plans or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process please contact us at. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.California Applicant Privacy NoticeIf you are a California resident please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here.Required Experience:Senior IC Key Skills JSP,Building Construction,Downstream,Home Care,Art And Craft Employment Type : Full-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1 Monthly Salary Salary: 140959 - 197342

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