Thermal Protection System Materials and Process Engineer III

4 weeks ago


Merritt Island, United States Blue Origin Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Thermal Protection System Materials and Process Engineer III to join our team at Blue Origin. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration heavy-lift launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to Earth's orbit and beyond.

As a Thermal Protection System Materials and Process Engineer III, you will work closely with our team of experts to refine processes, support design for manufacturing and assembly, conduct testing, and transition these processes to the TPS manufacturing unit. You will also solve issues related to the production, integration, and refurbishment of thermal protection systems.

We are looking for someone with a strong background in materials science, chemical engineering, or chemistry, with a minimum of 4+ years of experience in a related field. You should have hands-on experience with setting up sophisticated chemical processes and equipment, as well as experience in bringing development processes to full-scale production.

Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree in materials science, chemical engineering, or chemistry, as well as 6+ years of experience in the areas of thermal protection system development, testing, and data analysis. Experience with PLC programming, Creo (Pro/E), Windchill 10, and Ansys is also a plus.

We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including 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. We also offer up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates. If you are 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, we encourage you to apply.

Please note that applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us.

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