Technician Avionics Integration II - New Glenn

BLUE ORIGIN • Seattle, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable. As part of a hardworking team of technicians, you will assemble, repair, and evaluate electrical and mechanical assemblies for spaceflight systems. You will share in the team’s impact on all aspects of the production, evaluation, and development of flight-grade avionics. Work on avionics requires a high level of proficiency in the technical aspects of the work such as soldering, component level board work, mechanical assembly, and assembly wiring. 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

• ESD process, controls, and certification experience
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities
• Capability to use standard electronics tools, soldering, wire harness manufacturing/repair, electronic test equipment, basic fabrication shop equipment
• willingness to work any shift as needed to support activities
• Ability to interpret engineering models, drawings, specifications, written work instructions, and test procedures
• Able to work safely on the floor in an aerospace production environment
• At least 3 years’ experience in aerospace avionics or related fields
• Attention to detail and passion for space
• Basic hand tool experience such as, torque wrenches, screwdrivers, and crimpers
• Experience working with electronics
• Able to lift 50 lbs
• Ability to work a 40-hour work week with occasional overtime to support launch schedules
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships

Nice To Haves

• IPC 620 preferred
• 5 + Years proven ability in testing and processing
• Certification in and/or Knowledge of IPC standards for assembly and inspection (IPC 620 preferred)
• J-STD soldering certification
• Experience and capability to collaborate with software systems such as Microsoft Office Suite and JIRA

Responsibilities

• Conduct hardware testing on New Glenn avionics LRU's
• Perform acceptance testing on flight avionics
• Perform test equipment harness build and or re-work.
• Perform test system assembly and or re - work.
• Remove off-the-shelf equipment from test assembly and submit to calibration lab for calibration
• Building a variety of different components and assemblies and often rapidly shift focus from project to project, requiring a flexible approach and adaptable skills
• 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 a variety of internal and external customers, across multiple systems and multiple platforms and each technician is a valued part of the chain that supports safe human spaceflight

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.
• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• 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