Thermal Testing Engineer III
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.As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers you will conduct material tests and interpret data in support of all of Blue's various spaceflight systems. The data you collect will directly influence failure investigations and inform material selection decisions. This role will be hands-on in a laboratory environment, working together with a team to analysis samples and generate results.
We are looking for someone 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!
- Relocation provided
- Travel expected up to 5% of the time
- Shifts available:
- First shift
- Interviews will include a technical assessment
- Operate and maintain materials testing and analytical equipment (Gleeble, DSC, STA, Thermal Analysis).
- Execute test plans according to ASTM standards, or work with other engineers to design bespoke test plans, including sample preparation, fixturing, and data reporting and analysis.
- Document procedures, calibration steps, and test results with strong discipline and clarity, partner with engineers to validate test configurations and communicate results that inform design decisions.
- Provide guidance to early career technicians/technical specialist on equipment setup, fabrication techniques, and safe work practices.
- Conduct thermal analysis of metal alloys and polymeric materials
- BS Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent
- 2+ years of thermal testing experience
- Demonstrated ability to author test documentation, such as plans and reports
- Experience in testing at cryogenic and/or elevated temperatures
- Experience with vacuum testing
- Experience with mechanical testing
- Knowledge in Python
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20Don’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.
Description
- BS Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or equivalent
- 2+ years of thermal testing experience
- Demonstrated ability to author test documentation, such as plans and reports
Compensation Range for
WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20
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.
- How much does the Thermal Testing Engineer III at Blue Origin pay?
- The posting lists a range of $121K–$169K per year. Ranges reflect what Blue Origin publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Thermal Testing Engineer III role based?
- The role is based in Greater Seattle Area.
- What experience does Blue Origin expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a lead-level role, typically 7+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- How was this posting sourced?
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