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Materials & Process Engineer III - Statistical Methods

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    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Seattle
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AI generated summary

  • You must have a B.S. in a related field, 6+ years in statistical analysis of metallic properties, aerospace experience, and expertise in material characterization, welding, and testing methods.
  • You will collaborate with teams on materials selection, lead test plans for design allowables, conduct advanced statistical analyses, and create reports while supporting a structural materials database.

Requirements

  • B.S. degree or higher in applied mathematics, materials science & engineering or related field
  • Experience evaluating data populations (preferably mechanical test) fit against various statistical distribution (normal, lognormal, weibull, etc.) and leveraging this data to output representative values to be used for aerospace design
  • Experience developing and executing plans for material characterization
  • Experience & understanding of the material property trade-offs across a range of aerospace metallic materials
  • Experience interacting with aerospace suppliers and/or OEMs relative to material/component qualifications
  • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize and handle small and large projects with a diversity of systems
  • 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
  • 6+ years experience in the field of statistical analysis of metallic material properties, with expert knowledge of statistical methods best suited for a range of applications
  • 6+ years experience working for a producer of wrought aerospace metallic materials or an aerospace OEM
  • Process knowledge of various engineered metallic forms (additive manufacturing, forging, casting, etc)
  • Working knowledge of a range of welding & inspection methods
  • Expert knowledge of how to define designs of experiments
  • Working knowledge of fracture and fatigue testing methods

Responsibilities

  • Work with cross-functional teams that are responsible for selecting materials, manufacturing processes, and suppliers to produce world class aerospace hardware
  • Lead or support the creation of test plans for the specific purpose of deriving design allowables for materials & processes not currently covered by MMPDS
  • Complete advanced statistical analyses through careful down-selection and/or adaptation of available tools & methods, consistent with internal and external best practices
  • Perform data reduction activities for purposes of providing material inputs for life prediction analyses
  • Deliver internally-reviewed reports & presentations of completed work
  • Support the development of a structural materials database for structural engineers and M&P engineers across Blue Origin

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Materials & Process Engineer III role at Blue Origin?

The primary focus of the role is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems, specifically deriving design allowables for materials and processes related to Blue Engines.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A B.S. degree or higher in applied mathematics, materials science & engineering, or a related field is required, along with experience in evaluating data populations and material characterization.

Is experience with material property trade-offs necessary for this position?

Yes, experience and understanding of material property trade-offs across various aerospace metallic materials are necessary.

What statistical skills are expected from a candidate applying for this position?

Candidates should have experience in advanced statistical analyses, including evaluating data fit against various statistical distributions and the ability to derive representative values for aerospace design.

Are there any citizenship requirements for this job?

Yes, applicants must be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as refugees or granted asylum.

What kind of experience is considered desirable for this role?

Desired experience includes 6+ years in statistical analysis of metallic material properties, knowledge of engineered metallic forms, and familiarity with welding and inspection methods.

What benefits are offered to employees in this position?

Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, a 401(k) with company match, and an Education Support Program.

Is there a specific salary range for this position?

Yes, the compensation range for on-site WA applicants is $111,690 to $156,366, although other site ranges may differ.

Does Blue Origin promote diversity and inclusion within their workplace?

Yes, Blue Origin is dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace and encourages candidates who may not meet all desired qualifications to apply.

How should applicants with disabilities request accommodations during the application process?

Applicants wishing to receive reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process should contact Blue Origin at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com.

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Mission & Purpose

Blue Origin was founded by Jeff Bezos with the vision of enabling a future where millions of people are living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes that humanity will need to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue is working on this today by developing partially and fully reusable launch vehicles that are safe, low cost and serve the needs of all civil, commercial and defense customers.

Benefits

  • Medical Insurance

    Blue Origin offers Premera Blue Cross and access to a large network of doctors.

  • Dental Insurance

    Employees are provided with dental plan options that cover preventative care, orthodontics, and more with the largest network in the country.

  • 401(k)

    Blue Origin offers a match of 100% on the first 1-5% of compensation employees contribute each pay period.

  • Paid Time Off

    Blue Origin recognizes most federal holidays, and employees can accrue up to four weeks of PTO per year.

  • Relocation

    Blue Origin provides a relocation team to assist with logistics, locating a new home, and travel costs for specific roles.

  • Education Support Program

    The Education Support Program (ESP) financially supports employees as they pursue their higher education goals.