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Engines: Materials and Processes Engineer I - Early Career (2026 Starts)

Blue Origin logoBlue Origin$81,313–$113,838/yrGreater Seattle AreaFull timePosted 2mo ago
  • No experience required
  • US citizenship

About the job

## 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.

We are hiring for multiple early career Engines M&P engineering roles with specialized focus in special processes, welding/joining, additive manufacture, metallurgy, casting/forging, sealing and more in support of liquid rocket engines . This role will directly impact design and manufacturability of rocket engine hardware, ultimately contributing to lowering the cost of access to space.

Timeline:Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. ## Primary Locations We prioritize placing early career engineers in locations where they can be co-located with their team and the relevant hardware they support. The primary locations for this role are listed below.

Please indicate in the application where you would be willing to be located. - Kent, WA - Huntsville, AL ## Responsibilities include but are not limited to - Develop and qualify materials and processes for liquid rocket engine applications - Work with design, manufacturing and process engineers to implement and optimize materials for performance and cost. - Identify and apply mature state-of-the-art processes to manufacturing and develop process control documentation and quality assurance measure. - Develop materials test plans process and materials evaluation/qualification. - Own process and repair qualification across the development and production lifecycle. - Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities for special processes. - Support day-to-day manufacturing through non-conformance disposition, manufacturing floor support, etc. ## Qualifications - B .S. degree or higher in M aterials S cience and E ngineering, Metallurgy, Welding Engineering, M echanical E ngineering, or related field - Internship experience focused on materials and processes with an emphasis on materials design, process development, implementation, and /or qualification - Exposure to definition and qualification of special processes such as welding, casting, forging, additive, or similar. - Experience working with Ni-based alloys, Cu-based alloys, and/or other materials common in aerospace propulsion manufacturing . - Ability to collect and analyze data and present results in a meaningful format . - Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum. ## Desired - Demonstrated experience with materials and process development and qualification - In-depth understanding of materials/ process relationships - Familiarity with a wide variety of manufacturing processes (additive, casting, forging) and their impact on joining techniques - Experience with failure and forensic analysis of aerospace or other complex hardware - Experience evaluating and interpreting NDT inspection results - Understanding of quality standards , industrial codes , and/or material specifications. ## How to prepare We are solving challenging, new problems and we need people to represent a wide variety of perspectives.

Experience in aerospace is not a requirement. We value broad academic and industry experiences such as Tech, Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Automotive, and more. When you apply, include your internship, co-curricular and research experience in your resume. Please also include the relevant programming languages you have used in these settings.

If you haven’t yet used a tool in a professional setting, please include relevant coursework that demonstrates your preparation for these roles. ## Base Pay Range for WA applicants is $81,313.00 - $113,837.85 ## 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. ## Background Check - Required for all positions: Blue’s 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 10,001 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, 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 company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's 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

From Blue Origin's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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