Electrical Test Engineer II - Lunar Permanence

Blue Origin•Space Coast, FL

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin’s Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Moon landers and related products. The Electrical Test Engineer II supports the development of sustainable infrastructure for transporting crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface, contributing to Blue Origin’s goal of returning humans to the Moon and extending human presence beyond Earth. The position requires technical expertise, leadership, and a commitment to quality and safe, repeatable spaceflight. The engineer executes electrical test campaigns for development and flight hardware, plans and runs test procedures, leads daily test operations, and coordinates test crews, technicians, support equipment, and internal customers. The role also includes troubleshooting, root-cause analysis, safety and hazard analysis, test documentation management, and participation in test readiness reviews and post-test activities. Relocation is provided, travel is expected up to 25%, and night and/or weekend work will be required during integrated vehicle testing. Interviews include a technical assessment.

Requirements

Passion for Blue Origin’s mission of enabling millions of people to live and work in space.
BS or MS in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related technical discipline.
At least 2 years of experience in aerospace test campaigns, including electrical testing experience.
Ability to self-assign tasks with some oversight and communicate workload status to leadership.
Experience working on dispersed rapid-development teams and driving process development.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
Basic understanding of design fundamentals, including requirements identification, material selection, input definition, form factors, interface definition, and environmental considerations.
Basic proficiency in 3D CAD programs, preferably Creo Pro/E, including drawing creation.
Basic proficiency in strength and mechanics of materials.

Nice To Haves

Experience with space vehicle component or integrated vehicle testing, including GNC, communications, EPS/CPS, EMI/EMC, and performance.
Experience writing test scripts and/or software.
Experience participating in NASA technical reviews.
Experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems, including troubleshooting analog and digital hardware with bench measurement equipment.
Understanding of or experience with hazardous operations.
Experience with control actuators, deployable devices such as doors, landing gear, or sensors, hydraulic system components, separation systems, or other mechanical systems.
Familiarity with sensors including linear variable differential transformers, resistance temperature detectors, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and resolvers.

Responsibilities

Execute electrical test campaigns in their entirety.
Plan, develop, and execute test procedures for flight hardware.
Lead daily test operations, operate test consoles, direct technician work, and coordinate with internal customers.
Perform root-cause analysis, system hazard analysis, and failure investigations.
Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing.
Develop, manage, and maintain test support equipment.
Identify opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings.
Participate in test readiness reviews, pre- and post-test briefings, and post-test reviews.
Manage procedural redlines and updates during test campaigns.
Coordinate test crews, support equipment, and configurations for testing.
Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.
Participate in assembly and testing of development and flight hardware, including planning, execution, data reduction, and analysis.

Benefits

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