Mechanical Integration Technician III

BLUE ORIGIN • Van Horn, TX

22d • Onsite

About The Position

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations and supports a new Engines program. The technician will build and operate complex test infrastructure, execute integration activities, and maintain safe, reliable facility performance. The work directly supports test readiness, schedule execution, and development milestones in a fast-paced, highly technical environment.

The role involves operating and maintaining test-facility systems; integrating test articles, fixtures, instrumentation, and support hardware; and supporting mechanical, fluid, electrical, and control-system connections. The technician will also assist with fabrication, testing, safety activities, configuration control, documentation, and continuous improvement while working closely with engineers, operators, and other technicians.

This position is based at Blue Origin’s West Texas Site in Van Horn, Texas, and has a 16-days-on/12-days-off A-shift rotation. The role requires flexibility for weekends, holidays, varying shift days, overtime, off-shifts, and on-call support as needed. Relocation is provided. Eligible employees who permanently relocate to Van Horn or travel there from another Blue location at least 50% of the time may receive additional financial incentives, including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Interviews include a technical assessment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• At least 3 years of relevant hands-on experience in industrial facilities, test operations, aerospace or aviation maintenance, petrochemical work, or a similar high-consequence environment; alternatively, at least 2 years of relevant experience plus technical trade school, military technical training, or an associate degree in a related field.
• Demonstrated experience with fluid, pneumatic, or propellant-like systems, such as high-pressure gas, fuel, cryogenic, or hydraulic systems, including basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Proficiency with common mechanical tools and equipment, such as torque wrenches, tube benders, flaring tools, pipe-threading tools, and hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Ability to work around and support the operation of heavy equipment, including overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging, following established procedures and training.
• Strong commitment to safe work in environments involving high pressure, high energy, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to work on ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms.
• Ability to stand, bend, kneel, or work in confined spaces for extended periods as task requirements dictate.
• Ability to work overtime, off-shifts, weekends, and on-call support as needed to meet test and build schedules.
• Must meet applicable export-control and access requirements; the minimum qualifications specify U.S. citizenship or U.S. permanent residency.

Nice To Haves

• At least 5 years of experience in test facilities, test operations, or similar high-performance test environments.
• Experience with cryogenic fluids, propellants, or other hazardous or pressurized media, including leak detection and safe handling.
• TIG welding experience with stainless steel, aluminum, or nickel alloys and/or structural welding with relevant certifications.
• Precision tube fabrication experience, including stainless tubing, orbital welding, and flare fittings.
• Basic manual mill or lathe machining and custom fixture fabrication experience.
• Familiarity with CAD tools such as SolidWorks or Inventor sufficient to review models and drawings for build and integration tasks.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting industrial instrumentation and controls, including data acquisition or PLC/SCADA systems.
• Certifications or documented training in welding (AWS, ASME, or equivalent), industrial maintenance or mechatronics, instrumentation and controls, rigging, crane operation, or forklift operation.
• Experience in a highly regulated or high-reliability environment such as aerospace, defense, nuclear, oil and gas, or chemical processing.
• Participation in continuous-improvement initiatives such as 5S, lean, or root-cause analysis.
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams to provide design-for-maintainability or design-for-test feedback.

Responsibilities

• Operate test-facility systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and propellant distribution systems, following established procedures and supervision.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on valves, piping, pumps, regulators, actuators, and related support equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair facility components to maintain readiness and reliability.
• Maintain accurate and timely maintenance records, logs, and configuration documentation.
• Assist with installation, alignment, and removal of component test articles, fixtures, and support hardware.
• Support mechanical, fluid, and electrical connections between test articles and facility systems, including propellant lines, pneumatics, and instrumentation harnesses.
• Participate in test readiness activities, including leak checks, functional checks, and pre- and post-test inspections.
• Collaborate with engineers on design changes, upgrades, and improvements to test stands and support systems.
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, flow meters, and strain gauges.
• Assist with sensor wiring, routing, and termination, including connector assembly and basic electrical diagnostics.
• Support integration and verification of control and data acquisition systems according to engineering instructions.
• Assist with layout, fabrication, and installation of piping, structural supports, brackets, and test fixtures.
• Perform basic machining and fabrication tasks, including cutting, grinding, drilling, threading, and fitting, using common shop tools.
• Support welding activities, including preparation, fit-up, and post-weld cleanup; perform structural or process-piping welds when appropriately certified.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and work instructions to ensure correct build and installation.
• Follow safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and hazard controls for high-pressure, cryogenic, and hazardous-fluid systems.
• Participate in safety walkdowns, hazard assessments, and incident or near-miss reviews; identify and report unsafe conditions.
• Follow configuration-control, quality, and documentation requirements for all work performed.
• Contribute to improvement of procedures, tooling, and workflows to improve safety, efficiency, and reliability.
• Work with engineers, operators, and other technicians to plan and execute builds, maintenance, and test operations.
• Provide clear status updates, communicate issues promptly, and contribute to problem-solving discussions.
• Support occasional cross-site activities, special projects, and facility upgrades as program needs evolve.

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
• Relocation assistance
• Eligible employees may receive a living allowance and additional financial incentives for the Van Horn site
• Depending on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for bonuses or other benefits; eligibility and amounts are not guaranteed

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED