Avionics Harnessing Technician | A & C Shift

BLUE ORIGIN•Seattle, WA

1d•$44 - $61•Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations and the Engines, In-Space Systems and Test Ops group. Based in Kent, Washington, it supports business units and groups across Blue Origin facilities. The technician provides hands-on support to engineering, production, and manufacturing by testing, checking out, modifying, fabricating, assembling, repairing, and evaluating electro-mechanical systems and flight-grade avionics. Work may involve electronic circuits, power distribution, life- and vehicle-critical safety systems, and battery systems, and may take place in a laboratory, on the manufacturing floor, or on a vehicle, depending on manufacturing needs. The work is performed using schematics, diagrams, written descriptions, layouts, and defined plans. It includes operational testing, fault isolation, troubleshooting, and helping determine remedies for malfunctions. Avionics Hardware Lab work requires technical proficiency in soldering, component-level board work, mechanical assembly, and assembly wiring. The role involves building a variety of harnesses, shifting between projects, working with engineering on new designs and standard processes, and providing feedback to improve assemblies and designs. The position serves internal and external customers across multiple systems and platforms, with a focus on safety, collaboration, and quality. The position is located in Kent, WA, with A shift Monday–Thursday, 5:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., or C shift Friday–Sunday, 5:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. Relocation is available. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. The base pay range for Washington applicants is $43.74–$61.24; ranges at other sites may differ.

Requirements

Familiarity with fabricating, inspecting, and repairing wire harness assemblies.
Experience with standard harnessing tools and with measuring and laying out assemblies.
Experience stripping, crimping, and splicing wires using manual and automated processes.
Experience using test and troubleshooting tools such as a digital multimeter, milli-ohm meter, insulation tester, or Hi-Pot test equipment.
At least 3 years of experience in aerospace avionics or related fields.
Attention to detail and passion for space.
Familiarity with torque procedures, fastener sizing, and harness assembly and disassembly.
Experience interfacing with software systems such as Microsoft Office Suite.
Familiarity with digital work order-based systems.
Ability to read electrical drawings, wiring diagrams, and dimensional layout drawings.
Ability to lift 50 lbs.
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Required to pass Blue’s Standard Background Check.

Nice To Haves

6+ years of experience in launch vehicle or propulsion system assembly, vehicle integration, testing, and processing.
Experience with all types of solder termination and splicing.
Experience with on-vehicle repairs and working in different cleanliness levels, including gross, visual, or clean-room environments.
Certification in and/or knowledge of IPC standards for assembly and inspection.
Past or present IPC 620/620 Space Addendum certifications and IPC J-STD certifications.

Responsibilities

Fabricate, inspect, repair, and assemble wire harnesses and other electrical and mechanical assemblies for spaceflight systems.
Perform testing, checkout, troubleshooting, and fault isolation on systems and equipment, and assist in determining remedies for malfunctions.
Work from schematics, diagrams, written descriptions, layouts, and defined plans.
Support engineering, production, and manufacturing through testing, modification, fabrication, assembly, repair, and evaluation of electro-mechanical systems.
Work on soldering, component-level board work, mechanical assembly, and assembly wiring for flight-grade avionics.
Adapt to changing project needs while building a variety of harnesses.
Assist with new designs by working directly with engineering to determine standard processes and assess designs for improvement opportunities before production.
Provide feedback on new assemblies and identify improvements to existing or outdated designs.
Serve internal and external customers across multiple systems and platforms.
Follow a safety-, collaboration-, and quality-focused approach to producing components for spaceflight.

Benefits

Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability insurance
401(k) with company match up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for regular employees working at least 20 hours per week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year, based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses depending on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors; bonus eligibility and amounts are not guaranteed.