Avionics Harnessing Technician III

Blue Origin • Huntsville, AL

11d

About The Position

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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As a member of a small, passionate, and accomplished team, you will oversee the manufacturing, assembly, and testing of flight hardware for spaceflight systems. Your work will contribute directly to transforming how rockets are made and operated. If you share our vision, thrive in dynamic environments, enjoy cross-functional teamwork, and continuously seek learning and improvement opportunities, we encourage you to apply. This position requires a dedicated commitment, attention to detail, and enthusiasm for safe and repeatable spaceflight operations. 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!

Requirements

• Familiarity with fabricating, inspecting, and repairing wire harness assemblies.
• Prior experience with standard harnessing tools as well as measuring and layout of assembly.
• Experience with wire stripping, crimping, and splicing using both manual and automated processes.
• Experience with using testing/trouble shooting tools such as a digital multi-meter, milli-ohm meter, insulation tester or Hi-Pot test equipment.
• At least 4-10 years’ experience in Aerospace Avionics or related fields.
• Ability to train others, lead and present metrics to leadership
• Attention to detail and passion for space.
• Familiarity with torquing procedures, sizing fasteners and harness assembly/disassembly.
• Experience and capability to interface with software systems such as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Familiarity working with digital work order-based systems as well reading electrical drawings, wiring diagrams and dimensional layout drawings.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

• 10 years’ experience in launch vehicle harness systems, vehicle integration, testing and processing.
• Experience with all types of solder termination and splicing.
• Experience with on-vehicle repairs and working with different levels of cleanliness (Gross, Visual or clean room).
• Experience working in a R&D within space, tech, or aviation.
• Certification in and/or Knowledge of IPC standards for assembly and inspection.
• IPC 620/620 Space Addendum certifications as well as IPC J-STD certifications (past or present)

Responsibilities

• Building a variety of different harnesses and often rapidly shift focus from project to project, requiring a flexible mentality.
• Often assisting with new designs; working directly with engineering to determine standard processes and to vet new designs for improvement opportunities prior to production.
• Provide feedback on new assemblies, identifying needed improvements to existing designs and improving or updating outdated designs.
• Serve internal and external customers, across multiple systems and multiple platforms.
• Each Technician is a valued part of the chain that supports safe, affordable, and regular human spaceflight. A focus on safety, collaboration and quality allows us to work together to determine the best path forward, balancing speed and safety to create high quality components that will propel future astronauts and payloads into space for the improvement of humanity.
• Contribute to lab 5s initiatives and process improvement projects.

Benefits

• 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.
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees