Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer Sr, Contamination Control - Lunar Permane

Materials and Processes (M&P) Engineer Sr, Contamination Control

• Lunar Permane Blue Origin LLC

• Seattle, WA Posted:

  3/26/2026

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Expires:

6/24/2026

Job ID:

293307224 Job Description 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 Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products. To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. We are looking talented M&P Engineers to join our growing Lunar Permanence team and build a strong M&P Engineering division dedicated to safely and successfully delivering the Lunar objectives at Blue Origin.

Responsibilities:

Provide broad support for aerospace grade materials and processes including: aluminum, steel, inconel, copper, bronze, composite; forming, extrusion, plating, coating, friction welding, brazing, anodization, passivation, solid and sandwich laminates. Own contamination control plan, requirements, implementation, and verification; provide design engineering support for contamination control for all vehicle systems Review production drawing for large complex assemblies systematically, documenting the review to the established requirements Responsible for M&P signatory release of engineering drawings for parts and assemblies Lead and coordinate internal and external M&P efforts, including development of specifications, supplier qualification, First Article Inspection, mechanical testing, and customer-facing updates Lead the development of internal engineering and quality processes to standardize and accelerate material evaluation, implementation, and qualification Work with cross-functional teams within the Lunar organization and other business units.

Qualifications:

Minimum of a M.S. degree in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field. 8+ Years of demonstrated M&P Engineering experience on a production space program In-depth knowledge of NASA contamination requirements and associated standards Strong familiarity with NASA-STD-6016, and upholding contamination control requirements within for space vehicles Experience in materials and manufacturing process review and selection, development, and qualification Demonstrated experience developing and executing test plans for analysis and qualification of components, materials, and processes Knowledge of industry standards for material data analysis (e.g.

MMPDS, MAPTIS, CMH-17

) Experience organizing and managing materials and process-related data in a company accessible database Ability to travel to support development and testing opportunities at other Blue Origin and vendor sites.

Desired:

Ph.D. in Aerospace, Material Science, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Chemical Engineering or related field Experience running ambient, elevated temperature, and cryogenic thermomechanical testing Experience planning and executing materialallowablesor qualification program Compensation Range for: CA applicants is $145,188.00

• $203,263.20 CO applicants is $133,500.00
• $186,898.95 WA applicants is $145,188.00
• $203,263.

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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.

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.