Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer III – Mechanisms, Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin • Denver, FL

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About The Position

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re working to develop reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! This role is part of the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. We are looking talented M&P Engineers to join our growing Lunar Permanence team and build a strong M&P Engineering division dedicated to safely and successfully delivering the Lunar objectives at Blue Origin. You will share in the team’s impact from the design phase through manufacturing and processing to meet spacecraft requirements. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• 6+ Years of demonstrated M&P Engineering experience on a production space program
• Demonstrated expertise in tribology, including lubrication science, surface coatings, and wear mechanisms
• Experience with solid film and liquid lubricants for space and vacuum environments.
• Experience in materials and manufacturing process review and selection, development, and qualification
• Demonstrated experience developing and executing test plans for analysis and qualification of components, materials, and processes
• Knowledge of industry standards for material data analysis (e.g. MMPDS, MAPTIS, CMH-17)
• Experience organizing and managing 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.

Nice To Haves

• M.S. or 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

Responsibilities

• Provide M&P engineering support for aerospace grade materials and processes including: aluminum, steel, inconel, copper, bronze; forming, extrusion, plating, coating, welding, brazing, anodization, and passivation.
• Provide design engineering support for mechanical systems and mechanism assemblies such that all parts, materials, and processes meet necessary requirements for all vehicle systems.
• Execute characterization and qualification efforts related to materials and processes
• Review production drawing for large complex assemblies systematically, documenting the review to the established requirements
• Responsible for M&P signatory release of engineering drawings for parts and assemblies
• Evaluate and select lubricants, dry-film coatings, and surface treatments for vacuum, cryogenic, and high-cycle-life applications
• Characterize friction, wear, and lubrication behavior through analysis and laboratory testing
• Support internal and external M&P efforts, including development of specifications, supplier qualification, First Article Inspection, mechanical testing, and customer-facing updates
• Support the development of internal engineering and quality processes to standardize and accelerate material evaluation, implementation, and qualification
• Work with cross-functional teams within the Lunar organization and other business units.

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%, and an Education Support Program.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior