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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!\nThis 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.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!\nAbout the Role\nYou will own the encapsulation process development pipeline: from lamination and edge-sealing process recipes through inline quality verification to accelerated lifetime qualification. You will develop the process parameters, equipment configurations, and quality controls that turn packaging designs into repeatable manufacturing. You will be the bridge between packaging design intent and fabrication reality.\nResponsibilities\nDevelop lamination processes for solar module encapsulation: temperature profiles, pressure schedules, atmosphere control, and cure protocols compatible with thermally sensitive perovskite layers \nQualify encapsulant materials (EVA, POE, ionomer, silicone, thermoplastic polyurethane, etc) for compatibility - ensuring no chemical interaction with the device stack in fabrication and throughout operation. \nDevelop and validate thin-film encapsulation processes (PECVD, ALD-based barriers) in collaboration with other team members \nDesign and execute accelerated aging studies for the environments in space and on the way to the launch pad: humidity, thermal cycling, UV exposure, particle radiation, and electrostatic buildup \nOptimize edge-sealing processes (desiccant-filled edge seals, laser-sealed glass, butyl rubber, UV-cure adhesives) for hermeticity and long-term reliability \nEstablish inline process monitoring and acceptance criteria for encapsulation steps (optical inspection, leak testing, adhesion pull tests) \nPerform failure analysis on degraded or failed modules \nDevelop process documentation, SPC charts, and process capability studies for each encapsulation step \nScale encapsulation processes from coupon-level to full module format \nInterface with equipment vendors to specify and commission lamination, sealing, and barrier deposition tools \nWork with your customers on the broader solar array product team to provide a product that is compatible with integration at-scale, for small (several kW) to large (100kW+) array designs \nMinimum Qualifications\nB.Sc. Chemical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, or related field \n5+ years of experience in encapsulation, lamination, or packaging process development for photovoltaic, OLED, or flexible electronics applications \nDemonstrated experience developing lamination or sealing processes \nStrong understanding of polymer processing: glass transition, crosslinking kinetics, adhesion science, and aging mechanisms \nExperience with accelerated aging test design and lifetime prediction methodologies \nProficiency with process characterization tools: DSC, TGA, DMA, peel testing, optical microscopy, moisture sensors \nTrack record of transferring encapsulation processes from development to production-representative scale \nPreferred Qualifications\nDirect experience encapsulating silicon, CdTe, CIGS, perovskite, or organic photovoltaic devices (understanding of thermal and chemical sensitivity constraints) \nExperience with thin-film barrier encapsulation (ALD, PECVD, or hybrid organic-inorganic barriers) \nDirect experience with encapsulation designs for the space-environment and its unique degradation mechanisms (UV, proton/electron radiation, thermal cycling, atomic oxygen) \nExperience with glass-glass lamination, laser edge sealing, or hermetic packaging for electronics \nFamiliarity with qualification test standards \nExperience with inline metrology and automated process control for lamination lines \nUnderstanding of water vapor and oxygen permeation modeling for lifetime prediction \nBase Pay Range for:\nWA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20Other site ranges may differ\nCulture Statement\nDon’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.\nExport Control Regulations\nApplicants 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.\nBackground Check\nRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check\nRequired 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\nRequired 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.\nRequired 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\nBenefits\nBenefits 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.\nStock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)\nPaid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.\nDependent 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. \nEqual Employment Opportunity\nBlue 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 Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see here.\nAffirmative Action and Disability Accommodation\nApplicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at . Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. 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