Aerospace Materials and Processes Specialist

1 week ago


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

We are a pioneering aerospace company dedicated to making humanity a multi-planetary species. Our team of experts is committed to developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical support for aerospace-grade materials and processes, including aluminum, steel, inconel, copper, bronze, composite, forming, extrusion, plating, coating, friction welding, brazing, anodization, passivation, and solid and sandwich laminates.
  • Own the strategy, requirements, and verification of bolted and bonded joints (non-welding); provide design engineering support for non-welded joints for all vehicle systems.
  • Review production drawings for large complex assemblies systematically, documenting the review to 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 joint evaluation, implementation, and qualification.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams within the Lunar organization and other business units.
Requirements
  • Minimum of a M.S. degree in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • 8+ years of demonstrated M&P Engineering experience on a production space program.
  • In-depth knowledge of NASA joining requirements and associated standards.
  • Strong familiarity with NASA-STD-5020 and NASA-STD former 6008), and upholding fastener requirements for space vehicles.
  • Strong familiarity with aerospace-grade fasteners and understanding of Torque-Tension (preload) relationship.
  • Direct experience with adhesively bonded joints in aerospace applications.
  • Experience in materials and manufacturing process review and selection, development, and qualification.
  • Demonstrated experience defining, developing, and executing test plans for analysis and qualification of joints, components, materials, and processes.
  • Knowledge of industry standards for material data analysis (e.g. MMPDS, MAPTIS, CMH-17).
  • Experience organizing and managing common hardware and/or 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.
  • Ability to maintain positive and professional relationships and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
  • Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Ph.D. in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Chemical Engineering or related field.
  • Experience running ambient, elevated temperature, and cryogenic thermomechanical testing.
  • Experience planning and executing material allowables or qualification program.
Benefits
  • Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
  • Short and long-term disability.
  • 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%.
  • 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.
  • Discretionary bonus: bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, and dedicated workforce. We provide equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of race, color, religion, gender, 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.



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