Senior Test Engineer - Space Resources

Blue Origin•Los Angeles, CA

1d•Onsite

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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin’s mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design. We invite you to be a part of our Space Resources Program. This initiative is at the forefront of developing In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies, destined for the Moon and beyond. If you're passionate about our mission and are looking to make a meaningful contribution, you might just be the ideal candidate to join our innovative, and forward-thinking team. In this hands-on role, you will be based entirely on-site at our Los Angeles Facility, collaborating closely with the Space Resources Program team. We are looking for a highly skilled and experienced Senior Test Engineer to own the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of environmental and integrated system tests for advanced space resource technologies. Your responsibilities will be ensuring hardware, software, and operations are thoroughly validated, ownership of vacuum chamber and environmental test operations with minimal day-to-day oversight, architecting testbeds, troubleshooting issues in real time, and delivering clear documentation and data to guide design decisions. We seek a candidate who brings technical know-how, leadership capabilities, and a dedication to quality, all of which are vital in making a positive impact on our mission. The pace at Blue Origin is brisk, with rapid cycles of design, analysis, and integration, aimed at delivering scalable solutions. Therefore, we need someone who is adaptable, proactive, eager to learn, and uncompromising on safety and quality. Creativity, a spirit of innovation, and the ability to manage changing requirements are key to thriving in this role. 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! We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Test Engineer to own the planning, execution, and continuous improvement of environmental and integrated system tests for advanced space resource technologies. You will be the last line of defense when complex systems are powered, ensuring that hardware, software, and operations are thoroughly validated before deployment. This role combines hands-on vacuum chamber and environmental test operations with system-level integration and test leadership. You will define test strategies, architect testbeds, operate high‑power and high‑temperature systems in vacuum, interpret system telemetry, troubleshoot issues in real time, and deliver clear documentation and data to guide design decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Electrical, Aerospace, Mechanical, Computer, or related field), Physics, or a closely related discipline.
7+ years of experience in test, integration, and/or automation engineering for complex systems, with significant hands-on laboratory experience.
Demonstrated experience developing, operating, and maintaining large vacuum chambers and/or thermal-vacuum facilities for integrated system testing.
Experience with environmental testing such as thermal vacuum and/or random vibration, test planning and execution.
Hands-on experience with electronic test equipment (e.g., power supplies, oscilloscopes, DMMs) and instrumentation in a laboratory or cleanroom environment.
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and/or software verification testbeds.
Proven ability to troubleshoot and maintain custom and commercial control systems, data acquisition systems, and laboratory instruments.
Strong proficiency in drafting and updating SOPs, JHAs, and test procedures; demonstrated rigor in documentation and configuration control.
Proficient in Python for test automation, data analysis, and/or tool development.
Experience working in Linux-based environments.
Excellent communication skills with a demonstrated ability to work across disciplines and influence stakeholders; strong conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
Ability to lift or move equipment up to 40 lbs as needed.
Experience with environmental testing requirements and standards for space missions.
CAD design and fabrication experience for custom test fixtures, GSE, and HIL hardware.
Experience managing technical or contractual interfaces with external partners (e.g., environmental test facilities, customers, launch providers, or major vendors).
Relevant certifications in safety, hazardous materials handling, or vacuum operations.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in engineering, Physics, or related field.
Experience with leading satellite and spacecraft systems, subsystem checkouts, and system-level acceptance testing.
Demonstrated ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder test campaigns in fast-paced development environments.
Familiarity with In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) systems or other space resource, propulsion, or power systems.

Responsibilities

Define test plans and verification strategies for subsystem and system-level checkouts, with clear pass/fail criteria.
Develop and maintain test procedures (SOPs, JHAs, test plans) that ensure safe, repeatable, and compliant operations.
Lead Test Readiness Reviews and other readiness gates, confirming testbeds, procedures, and risks are fully understood.
Own setup, operation, and maintenance of environmental test systems (vacuum / thermal-vacuum, vibration) for integrated, high-power/high-temperature testing.
Serve as test conductor and primary point of contact for environmental and integrated test campaigns at internal and external facilities.
Operate systems during tests (interpret telemetry, send commands, make real-time decisions) to protect hardware and maximize test value.
Lead troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for hardware, software, and test infrastructure issues, driving corrective actions.
Design, build, and maintain HIL racks, software verification testbeds, and custom test fixtures / GSE, CAD, harnesses, and instrumentation selection.
Oversee installation, calibration, and maintenance of lab instruments and DAQ systems, ensuring high-quality, traceable test data and documentation.
Champion EHS and safe lab operations (vacuum, high voltage/current, high temperature, hazardous materials), proper waste handling with EHS.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to ensure test coverage, resolve conflicts, and support a smooth path from development to production.
Mentor team members in test methods, environmental operations, safety practices, and documentation standards.

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.
Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion.

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