R69163 Engineer III - Materials & Process - Solar Modules

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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design. This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.   As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers (use as appropriate), you will you will develop and qualify materials and processes for photovoltaic modules — from   prototype   through high-rate production — directly contributing to the solar arrays powering our next-generation satellite constellation and in-space transportation vehicles. Special Mentions Relocation provided  Travel expected up to 15% of the time  Interviews will include a technical assessment  Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Design, develop, and qualify manufacturing processes for solar module fabrication, including solar cell stringing processes, adhesive encapsulation, vacuum lamination, and tabbing and bussing of photovoltaic cells Collaborate with R&D teams to transition novel materials and processes into production Develop and implement process controls and first-article qualification plans to ensure consistent, high-quality output from prototype builds through high-volume production rates   Identify   and solve materials and process challenges across the development-to-production continuum, from laboratory-scale demonstrations to a high-rate manufacturing line   Support the integration of photovoltaic cells into solar power modules (SPMs), ensuring mechanical, electrical, and environmental compatibility for aerospace power systems   Work closely with module design, systems engineering, and manufacturing teams on cell-to-module integration, including bonding, encapsulant, substrate adhesion, electrical interconnects, and environmental qualification testing   Document experimental and process data thoroughly and support technology transfer activities to manufacturing, following aerospace quality and traceability requirements   Contribute to a culture of technical innovation, process safety, and multidisciplinary collaboration within a high-performance engineering environment   Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or related engineering field Experience with semiconductor, optoelectronic, or photovoltaic devices   Expertise   with   one or more of the following: adhesive characterization, bonding and lamination processes, encapsulation, solar cell stringing processes, coatings, or composites Interest or experience in emerging thin-film photovoltaic technologies as applied to flexible space power systems  Knowledge of photovoltaic device physics and performance characterization  Preferred Qualifications PhD in Materials Science, Chemistry, or Physics with 7+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 9+ years and space photovoltaics experience  Direct experience with solar cell and/or panel fabrication processes  Experience scaling photovoltaic fabrication processes from R&D or prototype into a production environment, including takt-time reduction and process capability studies  Familiarity with testing of space-grade solar cells/panels  Familiarity with radiation effects on photovoltaic cells, coverglass, and encapsulant materials; experience with cryogenic or thermomechanical qualification of bonded assemblies is a plus  Ability to source, design and test materials and properties for solar array improvement  5+ years of experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or laboratory environment  Familiarity with the space environment and its effect on materials   Base Pay Range for: CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85 Other site ranges may differ 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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