Test Engineering Technician III

BLUE ORIGIN • Seattle, WA

2d • $37 - $51

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. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. Blue Origin is self-funding rapid development of multiple in-space flight systems – over a range of sizes, propellant types, and technical challenge. This position resides within the Avionics & Control Products (ACP) organization, part of the Engine Business Unit. As part of the ACP Test Equipment and Manufacturing Automation team, you will design and deliver avionics ground and test systems supporting engineering development and production. The test systems will provide an environment to integrate the electronics and software for system development, verification, and validation. 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! Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Requirements

• 5+ years’ experience in electronic test systems troubleshooting, repair, and operation
• Associates degree in a technical field or equivalent work experience
• Strong ability to interpret mechanical and electrical engineering drawings and schematics
• Strong ability to read and understand technical manuals/detailed work instructions
• Demonstrated ability to work with electronic test instruments, systems and software
• Proficient level knowledge of 5S, ESD, FOD and Tool Control best practices
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Windchill
• High attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• 8+ years’ experience in the aerospace industry, aerospace maintenance or aerospace engineering.
• 3+ years’ experience supporting manufacturing test systems for space grade avionics.
• Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Vizio, Jira Products (ITS & Confluence) and Windchill

Responsibilities

• Assemble electrical and mechanical systems using engineering drawings
• Build, test and rework cable and harness assemblies
• Perform routine maintenance and calibration on test systems following engineering work instructions.
• Review, execute and help improve various test procedures and processes
• Provide input on how to streamline test procedures as well as incorporate process improvement techniques into the manufacturing testing processes and procedures
• Uphold 5S principles to keep the team’s test lab clean and organized
• Ensure common lab equipment remains within calibration and customers follow general lab best practices to work in an ESD safe environment

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.
• 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. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree