Materials and Process Engineer III, Engines

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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 Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight. Description :   This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.   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 is a unique role, which will span Materials and Process Engineering and   focus on   materials and processes for   Blue’s advanced engine program . This role will directly impact design and manufacturability of engine hardware, ultimately contributing to lowering the cost of access to space .   Responsibilities :   Develop and qualify   materials and   processes for engine applications     Work with design, manufacturing and process engineers to design , qualify and implement   specialized materials    Lead material selection   and trades for new designs     Identify and apply mature state-of-the-art processes to manufacturing, and develop process control documentation and quality assurance measures   Develop materials test plans for   selected materials and assemblies     Own process and repair qualification across the development and production lifecycle   Identify and implement improvement opportunities for   cost and lead time reductions   Qualifications:   B .S. degree   or higher   in   M aterials   S cience and   E ngineering,   Electrical   E ngineering,   Chemical Engineering   or related field    7 +   years’   of direct   experience   in   materials and processes   E xperience   providing M&P guidance   across   product   lifecy c le      Working knowledge o f   metallic materials including   steels ,   stainless st eels ,   Ci-based alloys   and copper     Experience with joining   and joint design for   welding,   brazing,   and fastening    Desired:   Advanced degree in relevant discipline.    In-depth understanding of materials/ process relationships   across a broad range of alloys and materials   Familiarity with a range of manufacturing processes (additive, casting, forging) and their impact on   material properties   Experience with maintenance, repair, and overhaul   on complex hardware or systems   Experience setting up and qualifying new manufacturing equipment and/or processes    Understanding of, and ability to work too, relevant quality and design codes and standards.      Culture Statement Don’t meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Export Control Regulations Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. 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Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical Benefits Benefits include:  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. Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, o