Test Engineer - Level III

Blue Origin • Van Horn, TX

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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight. As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of test engineers and technicians, you will test, operate, and maintain a wide variety of specialized engine components and ground support systems. You will lead in the development and safe execution of test operations and maintenance procedures. This includes test planning, procedure authoring, technical data reviews, identifying non-conformances, troubleshooting, and performing on-console operations. Together, we’ll also push the boundaries of AI use in design, fabrication, and operations. This position will directly impact the future of Blue Origin and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable operations.

Requirements

• B.S. Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Computer or Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in a testing environment
• Demonstrated familiarity with data analysis
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and work independently
• Strong technical fundamentals in fluids and thermodynamics
• Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements and engineering drawings

Nice To Haves

• M.S. or Ph.D., in Mechanical, Aerospace, Computer or Electrical Engineering with experimental lab experience
• Rocketry experience through internships or club activities
• Cryogenic experience
• Experience designing, fabricating or operating fluid systems
• Knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, silicon diodes, resistance temperature detectors and accelerometers
• Operational understanding of engines and engine sub-components, such as turbopumps, combustion devices, valves and other fluid components
• Hands-on experience with integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, Winplot , or other control/data acquisition and reduction software
• Familiarity with CAD applications (Creo preferred)

Responsibilities

• Execute test operations for test articles and components in accordance with program requirements and safety protocols
• Develop, review, and refine test procedures to ensure thorough and accurate test execution
• Support test facility planning, build-up, and upgrades to meet evolving program needs
• Perform routine and corrective maintenance on test facilities and launch pad infrastructure
• Analyze and review test data to identify anomalies, validate performance, and document results
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define test objectives and acceptance criteria
• Operate and monitor data acquisition systems and instrumentation during test campaigns
• Troubleshoot test article integration issues and support root cause analysis for anomalies
• Maintain accurate test logs, reports, and documentation in compliance with engineering standards
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes, procedures, and facility capabilities
• Support hazardous operations including handling of cryogenic propellants and high-pressure systems in compliance with safety requirements

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
• Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
• up to 14 company-paid holidays
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior