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BLUE ORIGIN · 3 days ago

Materials & Process Engineer Senior

Seattle, WA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$136K/yr - $191K/yr

7+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Tackle existing material problems for various spaceflight systems.

Review production drawings for large complex assemblies, develop processes, select materials, and define design requirements.

Work closely with quality, design, structures, thermal, integration, and manufacturing teams to optimize designs and processes.

Provide materials & processes support for metallic and non-metallic hardware, including forging, casting, welding, plating, coating, and more.

Collaborate with the Materials and Processes Engineering Manager to increase program support.

Contribute to the New Shepard program by gaining and sharing diverse experiences across the organization.

Qualification

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Gas tungsten arc weldingOrbital tube weldingLaser beam weldingWire arc additive manufacturingBrazingTest plan developmentWelding automationMechanizationManufacturing methodsNDT/NDE interpretationMaterials knowledgeComputer skillsAluminumTitaniumCorrosion knowledgeFusion weldingMetallic materialsProblem-solvingAttention to detailTask ownershipInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skillsPrioritizationCustomer serviceCommunicationTeamworkAdaptabilityTrustworthinessRelationship buildingContribution to inclusive culture

Required

B.S. degree or higher in welding engineering, materials engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering or related field.

7+ years’ experience – note, level of position will be commensurate with candidate experience, capabilities, and skillset (level 3, Senior, or Principal)

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 a diversity of internal and external customers.

Experience with at least one of the following processes: Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), Orbital Tube Welding (OTW), Laser Beam Welding (LBW), Wire Arc Additive Manufacturing (WAAM), and Brazing.

Proven experience developing and executing test plans for analysis and qualification of welding/joining processes.

Experience with implementing welding automation and/or mechanization.

Familiarity with standard methods of manufacturing, such as machining and inspections.

Experience interpreting NDT/NDE results (such as UT, RT, PT).

Broad materials & processes support for metallic (e.g. forging, casting, forming, extrusion, plating, coating, brazing, anodization, passivation) hardware.

Strong written and personal computer skills.

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to our inclusive culture.

Knowledgeable in Aluminum, Titanium, corrosion, Fusion Welding or metallic materials.

Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Washington Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

Preferred

Familiarity with standard methods for testing mechanical properties (including fatigue, fracture, creep, stress rupture) of metallic 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.

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 nonconformance’s.

Experience with statistical analysis methods and related tools.