Thermal Protection System Materials and Process ...

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 spaceflightThis role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you'll contribute to the development and implementation of thermal protection systems (TPS) materials and processes. You will leverage your knowledge and expertise to refine processes, support design for manufacturing and assembly, conduct testing, and transition these processes to the TPS manufacturing unit. You will also troubleshoot issues related to the production, integration, and refurbishment of thermal protection systems.You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of reusable launch vehicles. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is requiredResponsibilities include but are not limited to:Supports on-site TPS activities, including materials and process development related to fabrication, integration, and refurbishment.Design and document studies related to new material or process improvement to generate a critical database.Maintains a broad overview of design interfaces and integration sequences to minimize interference and ensure smooth transitions.Works directly with the design, thermal, quality, and manufacturing teams to evaluate and analyze risks associated with non-conformances.Maintain, monitor and interpret relevant documents such as engineering drawings, process specifications and standard rework procedures.Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in engineering or science discipline.2+ years of experience in related field.Familiarity with TPS materials state-of-the-art, especially flexible insulation blankets.Experience with production activities, non-conformance, root-cause analysis, troubleshooting, and performing engineering analysis.Take ownership of work and operate under minimal oversight.Preferred Qualifications:Advanced degree in engineering or science discipline4+ years of experience in the areas of thermal protection system development and testingHands on experience with TPS material manufacturing processExperience with Creo (Pro/E), and WindchillCompensation Range for:WA applicants is $99,201.00 - $138,880.35Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon'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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequ

Created: 2026-02-06