Test Operations Engineer II - TeraWave

Blue Origin • Denver, WA

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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! Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide. Blue Origin is seeking a Test Operations Engineer II to join the AI&T team on the Terawave program. In this role you will execute space vehicle-level development and environmental test campaigns — including TVAC, vibration, acoustic, and EMI/EMC testing — with increasing autonomy alongside senior engineers. You will develop test procedures, capture and reduce data, and contribute to a team qualifying satellites for high-rate production.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 2+ years of experience in hardware test, system integration, or environmental test in aerospace, defense, or a closely related field.
• Experience executing or supporting environmental test campaigns (TVAC, vibration, acoustic, shock, or thermal test).
• Experience developing or executing formal test procedures in a controlled documentation environment.
• Familiarity with anomaly reporting and configuration management processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to write clear, complete test reports.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle test at the subsystem or vehicle level.
• Background with EMI/EMC test execution or test support.
• Experience with HIL bench operation or real-time telemetry monitoring.
• Familiarity with automated test tools (Python, LabVIEW, GSEOS, or similar).
• Experience using PDM/PLM systems for procedure control (Windchill or equivalent).
• Background with ESD controls and aerospace workmanship standards.

Responsibilities

• Execute space vehicle-level development tests and environmental test campaigns per approved test plans and procedures.
• Support environmental test campaigns: TVAC, vibration, acoustic, shock, and thermal cycling; perform equipment checks and monitor test article health.
• Execute EMI/EMC tests; operate test instrumentation and record compliance data against acceptance limits.
• Operate the HIL bench during integration and functional test campaigns; monitor real-time telemetry and escalate off-nominal conditions.
• Capture and reduce test data; support authoring of formal test reports and anomaly disposition.
• Develop test procedures under senior engineer guidance; drive procedures through internal review and release.
• Incorporate procedure red-line mark-ups and update documentation following test execution.
• Support test readiness gate preparations: hardware inventories, configuration verification, and test setup checklists.
• Maintain bench orderliness, configuration accountability, and ESD/FOD compliance.

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