Test Engineer I - Early Career

Blue Origin

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About The Position

The Test Engineer I position at Blue Origin is an early career role focused on supporting structural test activities and related test equipment within a dynamic team environment. The role involves test development, planning, execution, documentation, and troubleshooting, contributing to the company's mission of enabling safe and repeatable spaceflight. The position requires a commitment to safety and collaboration, impacting the future of space exploration.

Requirements

• Minimum of a B.S. degree in engineering.
• Proven ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment.
• Technical writing and communication skills.
• Strong execution and coordination skills.
• System mindset and aptitude.
• Ability to work off-shift, extended hours overtime, and weekends if/when necessary.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

Nice To Haves

• Direct structural test experience of space vehicles, aircraft, or large structures (planning, assisting, and/or executing).
• Experience with MTS AeroPro or similar load control software.
• Experience with Dewesoft data acquisition hardware and software.
• Leading test teams as a Test Conductor or Test Engineer.
• Experience in designing and analyzing structural test equipment/GSE (or similar).
• Knowledge of Mechanical Design principles including Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
• Familiarity with analysis tools such as NASTRAN, ANSYS, or similar.
• Experience with data acquisition, control, and/or instrumentation.
• Experience designing or operating pneumatic systems, hydraulic systems, and electronics/control systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and planning of structural tests and associated test equipment.
• Analyze, identify, and select test hardware (actuators, instrumentation, fixtures, support equipment, etc.).
• Coordinate and direct other engineers, test crews, support equipment, outside vendors, and vehicle configurations for testing throughout vehicle production.
• Design, develop and model test equipment/GSE required for testing.
• Manage vendors to design and fabricate test equipment/GSE where needed.
• Write test procedures and manage procedural redlines and updates during test campaigns.
• Define and perform facility activation tests.
• Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.
• Troubleshoot anomalies real-time and provide solutions during non-conformance scenarios.
• Reduce, analyze and archive test data to support verification tasks.
• Manage and supervise a small team of technicians during test setups, checkouts, and teardowns.
• Act as console operator during test execution.

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%
• 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
• Discretionary bonus

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Transportation Equipment Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree