Thermal Protection Systems M&P Engineer

Overview

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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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

Special Mentions: Relocation assistance is available for this position;
This role requires up to 20% travel to supplier facilities and test sites.

• 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

• 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

• 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

At Blue Origin, you will be part of a small team making a significant impact on the future of space exploration. You'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge materials and processes that directly contribute to our mission of enabling millions of people to live and work in space. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and most importantly, the chance to be part of history in the making.

Join us in our mission to build a road to space so our children can build the future.

Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

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