Materials & Processes Engineer - Rocket Engine Tribology Specialist

7 days ago

Seattle, Washington, United States Blue Origin Full time
About Blue Origin

At Blue Origin, we're working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion.

Job Summary

We're seeking a skilled Materials & Processes Engineer to join our team as a Rocket Engine Tribology Specialist. As a key member of our space systems team, you will be responsible for the tribology of mechanisms and interfaces of various spaceflight systems, with a focus on engines.

Key Responsibilities
  • Work one-on-one with component design engineers to provide tribology support relating to rocket engine mechanisms (seals, bearings, and sliding mechanisms).
  • Assess and develop wear interfaces with suitable material finishes, identify and mitigate lubrication and wear risks, and recommend and execute test campaigns to screen materials for wear life and damage modalities.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute test plans, measure and characterize friction and wear of tribological systems containing metallic and non-metallic elements.
Requirements
  • B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Material Science, or related field with a minimum of 2 years product-focused tribology experience.
  • Experience developing and executing test plans, measuring and characterizing friction and wear of tribological systems containing metallic and non-metallic elements.
  • Understanding of the behavior of material interfaces in relative motion, to support design decisions with respect to operation in high vibration and/or in-space environments.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience supporting flight production programs.
  • Experience interfacing with suppliers performing various surface treatments.
  • Experience with characterization of wear surfaces and materials using methods such as: optical microscopy, scanning electron microscope, energy dispersive spectroscopy, x-ray fluorescence, fractography, debris sampling and quantification, wear particle analysis, etc.
What We Offer
  • Competitive compensation package.
  • Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology.
  • Collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Blue Origin is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated work force.

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