Blue Origin · 1 day ago
Thermal Protection Systems M&P Engineer
Greater Seattle Area
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$99K/yr - $139K/yr
2+ years expBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable and low-cost space vehicles. They are seeking a Thermal Protection Systems M&P Engineer to support the development and operations of the New Glenn launch vehicle, specifically in the area of advanced coating systems and materials for thermal protection systems.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Develop and characterize advanced coating systems, ceramics, and ceramic matrix composites (CMCs) for thermal protection systems
Support material selection, process development, and qualification for ultra-high temperature ceramics (UHTCs), oxide and non-oxide ceramics, and various CMC systems
Design and execute material characterization tests to evaluate thermal, mechanical, and environmental performance
Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for advanced TPS materials, including coating application techniques
Collaborate with design engineers to ensure manufacturability of TPS components
Support failure analysis and root cause investigations for material-related issues
Develop material specifications and process controls for consistent quality
Work with suppliers to develop and qualify materials and processes
Document and present technical findings to engineering teams and leadership
Support technology development roadmaps for next-generation TPS materials
Maintain detailed documentation of material development activities and results
Collaborate with test engineers to design and execute material qualification tests
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, Metallurgy, or related field
2+ years of experience in materials and process engineering, preferably with ceramics, coatings, or composites
Knowledge of ceramic processing techniques and characterization methods
Experience with material testing and analysis techniques
Familiarity with manufacturing processes for advanced materials
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Preferred
Experience with ultra-high temperature ceramics (UHTCs) and their processing methods
Knowledge of various ceramic matrix composite systems beyond SiC/C or SiC/SiC
Experience with protective coating systems for high-temperature applications
Familiarity with thermal spray, CVD, PVD, or other coating application techniques
Experience with material characterization techniques such as SEM, XRD, thermal analysis
Knowledge of high-temperature oxidation and environmental degradation mechanisms
Experience with aerospace or defense applications of advanced materials
Understanding of material property databases and statistical analysis
Experience with design of experiments (DOE) methodology
Master's degree in Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, or related field
Experience with thermal protection systems for space applications
Knowledge of material qualification processes for aerospace applications
Benefits
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%
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.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
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