Materials & Process Engineering II – TPS, Sealants, Coatings & Adhesives

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

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 Origins vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a unique rapidly evolving team you will develop qualify and support the production ofthermal protection systems (TPS) structural/non-structural adhesives environmental sealants and engineered coatingsfor flight hardware in accordance with Blue Origins strict aerospace specifications. You will work hands-on with chemical/materials engineers design teams and technicians in the manufacturing area to build our launch vehicles and spacecraft. We seek people who are passionate about space and possess a strong desire to deliver results and continuously learn and improve.

We are looking for a self-motivated individual to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

• Develop test and qualify application and curing processes for TPS adhesives elastomeric sealants and functional/protective coatings.

• Independently plan manage and execute coupon-level component-level and subscale process qualifications and verification campaigns with minimal guidance.

• Establish and qualify critical surface preparation methods (e.g. solvent cleaning abrasion grit-blasting chemical etching and atmospheric plasma) to ensure robust adhesion.

• Author set up and execute detailed process specifications application instructions and test plans in accordance with aerospace requirements and industry standards.

• Scale up chemical and application processes from lab-scale/prototype to production-scale realization on flight hardware.

• Review chemical/physical test results from processed hardware evaluate inspection findings and disposition non-conformances (MRB support).

• Work with an interdisciplinary team of manufacturing engineers tooling engineers and skilled operators to develop masking surface preparation mixing and dispensing tooling/procedures for flight hardware.

• Operate and oversee chemical preparation mixing testing and application equipment (e.g. spray booths environmental chambers automated dispensers) as needed.

• Specify execute and interpret chemical mechanical and thermal tests (e.g. peel lap shear DSC TGA DMA and environmental aging).

• Provide day-to-day manufacturing support in clean rooms spray stalls and integration areas including shop travelers safety protocols shelf-life verification out-time tracking and material traceability.

• Manage testing programs and technical relationships with material suppliers chemical manufacturers testing labs and equipment vendors.

• Apply general shop and laboratory compliance including hazardous chemical safety (SDS) personal protective equipment (PPE) Foreign Object Debris (FOD) prevention contamination control and environmental regulations.

• Travel as needed to support design interface meetings equipment support or off-site development activities.

• Maintain a safe clean and organized work area in alignment with 5S standards.

• B.S. degree or higher in Chemical Engineering Materials Science & Engineering Chemistry or a relevant technical engineering field.

• Industrial experience in one or more core polymer areas: thermal protection systems (TPS) structural bonding environmental/fuel tank sealants joint potting or aerospace coatings.

• Deep technical understanding of polymer chemistry cure kinetics rheology surface prep physics (e.g. grit-blast atmospheric plasma primers) and adhesion phenomena on aerospace metals and composites.

• Ability to read and interpret complex engineering drawings CAD models and material callouts.

• Self-motivated and proactive with a demonstrated ability to drive material/process development and qualifications to completion with little guidance.

• Strong fundamental understanding of chemical storage hazard evaluation and reactive-chemistry shelf-life tracking.

• Fundamental understanding of chemical storage handling environmental health & safety (EHS) and shelf-life tracking.

• Approachable disposition broad-minded and adaptable to rapidly changing requirements.

• Calm demeanor in high-pressure situations with the tenacity to resolve conflict for permanent problem resolution.

• Masters or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering Polymer Science or Materials Science & Engineering.

• Experience in designing tooling masking templates and fixturing for adhesive application or coating processes.

• Hands-on experience in manual and automated application methods (e.g. wet spray automated bead dispensing custom extrusion vacuum bagging).

• Experience and familiarity with chemical and thermal analysis equipment (such as FTIR DSC TGA DMA or optical microscopy).

• Familiarity with aerospace specifications and standards for non-metallic materials (e.g. ASTM SAE AMS MIL-SPECs).

• Experience in aerospace failure analysis and root cause investigation for polymer or coating failures.

• Experience with any CAD software is a plus.

• Strong written interpersonal and organizational communication skills.

Culture Statement

Dont 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 youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt 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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only) vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

• 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire promotion and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of their race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin/ethnicity age physical or mental disability genetic factors military/veteran status or any other status or characteristic protected by federal state and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.

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