Space Resources Electrochemical Research Engineer II

$89,820 - $125,748/Yr

Blue Origin - Los Angeles, CA

Full-time - Entry Level

Los Angeles, CA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Space Resources Electrochemical Research Engineer II at Blue Origin will play a pivotal role in advancing technologies for In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) aimed at sustainable living and working in space. This position involves applying technical expertise in electrochemical processes to develop and demonstrate innovative solutions for resource extraction on the Moon and beyond, contributing to the company's vision of enabling millions of people to live and work in space.

Responsibilities

• Design experimental test campaigns for molten regolith electrolysis development.
• Develop cell prototypes and measure electrochemical properties.
• Create electrochemical models and explore new extraction processes for feedstocks.
• Collaborate with teams to ensure alignment with business objectives and project goals.
• Identify and implement technical solutions independently while working with a broader team.
• Communicate schedule and budget risks effectively with stakeholders.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in chemical engineering, metallurgy, materials science, or a related technical field.
• Relevant research or internship experience in electrochemical systems.
• In-depth understanding of electrochemical principles and high-temperature systems.
• Experience in setting up and executing electrochemical experiments and evaluating performance.
• Hands-on experience in fabricating electrochemical cells and modeling processes using MATLAB or Python.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with thermodynamic modeling software like FactSage or Thermo-Calc.
• Familiarity with mining and extractive metallurgy.
• Knowledge of chemical reactor design and scaling.
• Experience with material characterization tools such as micro-CT, XRD, SEM, XRF.
• Experience in designing and building prototype reactors for commercial applications.
• Background in aerospace technology development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Up to four weeks of paid time off per year
• Up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Discretionary bonuses based on individual contributions and company results