Technician – Fluid Power & Mechanical

Blue Origin•Seattle, WA

1d•$36 - $50

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. As part of a passionate and accomplished team of aerospace experts, you will be responsible for implementing automation needs of the customers. This position requires a strong and demonstrated background in hydraulic components and systems, with preference given to candidates who hold a Certified Fluid Power Specialist (CFPS) or Certified Fluid Power Technician (CFPT) certification. Additional experience in pneumatic and electronic systems, as well as a solid understanding of aerospace components—particularly the ability to interpret and work from engineering schematics, P&IDs, and technical drawings—is essential. A deep understanding of fluid power principles, high-pressure hydraulic operations, and system-level integration is critical. Responsibilities may include assembling and testing hydraulic/pneumatic components, creating and updating P&IDs, and supporting engineers with component testing and automation development. You will also play a key role in training and assisting others in proper component repair, assembly, and testing methods. Additional duties include supporting engineers and technicians with work orders, technical documentation, troubleshooting deficient components, and maintaining clean, safe lab practices. Performing hydraulic, pneumatic, and cryogenic testing is required. Some light travel may be necessary to provide training and gather automation ideas from other locations. We seek people who are passionate about space and possess a strong desire to continuously learn and improve.

Requirements

CFPS or CFPT certification preferred
5+ years in a related field
Development Lab and Production Lab experience
Hands-on experience developing and executing work instructions
Strong written and computer skills

Nice To Haves

8+ years in aircraft hydraulic/pneumatic or components labs
Advanced hydraulic diagnostics or fluid power certification coursework
Basic use of CAD
LabVIEW or PLC experience
Understanding of clean room environments
Understanding of precision cleaning
Understanding of oxygen-level cleaning
Familiarity with typical aerospace testing and quality processes (AS9100, FOD Control, Lean, 5S, etc.)

Responsibilities

Precision assembling valves, check valves, servo valves, actuators, and other hydraulic/pneumatic components
Performing pressure testing in excess of 6,000 psi
Executing advanced hydraulic testing and tuning with a strong understanding of fluid power theory (CFPS/CFPT preferred)
Setting hydraulic/pneumatic null
Testing with cryogen (LN2, GN2)
Measuring test pressures, strokes, temperatures, flows, positions, and loads
Quickly identify various types of fittings and know their proper uses
Quickly identify unsafe practices and make corrections
Prepare test setups for engineers
Operate pressurized hydraulic/pneumatic flow test benches and portable test stations
Read and interpret schematics, P&IDs (Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams), engineering drawings, work orders, and technical orders
Inspect components for damage, hidden damage, and other latent flaws
Perform continuity checks and inspections of components
Use flowmeters, transducers, multimeters, oscilloscopes, pressure gauges, and other test devices to interpret the test results of a test article
Hydraulic/pneumatic/mechanical troubleshooting
Assembling and testing some components to oxygen-clean requirements
Use standard tooling and measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, bore gauges, surface plates, safety-wire and lock-wire tooling, seal installation tools, and other specialty assembly tools
Working with production lines to facilitate better practices, identify bottlenecks/concerns, and implement automation
Stainless steel tube bending, flaring, and swaging
Working with pressures up to 15,000 psi
Working with charged vessels
Acceptance Test Procedures, Factory Acceptance Testing, Customer Acceptance Testing
Installation of Helicoils, seals, and O-rings
Understanding of AS-9100 requirements and audits
Ability to identify documentation errors and work with engineering to correct any issues
Familiar with DAQ systems, National Instruments, LabVIEW, Dewesoft, PLCs, and other forms of automation

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.
Paid Time Off: 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.
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.

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