Blueorigin

Sr. Test Engineer - Spacecraft Integration (Space Resources)

Los Angeles, CA · Senior

Work authorization required$145k-$203kDetected 2 days ago

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About the role

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

Responsibilities

Define, develop, and own test plans, procedures, and verification criteria for development, integration, qualification, protoflight, and acceptance testing of satellite and space flight hardware.
Lead thermal vacuum (TVAC), vibration, and other environmental test campaigns, including hands-on test setup review, execution oversight, real-time monitoring, and data analysis.
Direct and support AIT technicians during test setup, execution, and troubleshooting, providing hands-on technical guidance and quality oversight on the lab floor.
Perform hands-on troubleshooting, failure investigation, and root cause analysis of complex mechanical, electrical, and integrated spacecraft systems.
Drive corrective and preventive actions to closure, with hands-on involvement in test re-runs and verification.
Develop and maintain automation scripts, data acquisition procedures, and analysis tools (using Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar) to streamline test execution, data reduction, and anomaly detection.
Collaborate with design, thermal, and subsystem leads to resolve integration issues and ensure producible, testable designs.
Support development and production activities on space systems and satellites with a pragmatic, right-sized documentation approach appropriate for a rapid-development program.
Partner with the area supervisor and program leads to align on weekly testing priorities, schedule risks, and resource needs.
Maintain full familiarity with flight hardware deployment procedures and support hands-on integration of flight hardware, including fluid and propulsion systems, star trackers, radios, instrumentation, flight computers, harnesses, and solar array panels.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
8+ years of relevant experience in test engineering, integration and test (I&T), or systems verification, preferably in aerospace, aviation, or a related field.
Hands-on experience with thermal vacuum chambers and environmental test equipment.
Strong understanding of electrical and mechanical assembly, bench testing, and measurement instrumentation.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
Experience with root-cause analysis and failure investigation methodologies.
Experience scheduling work and coordinating competing priorities using Jira or similar tools.
comfort spending significant time on the lab floor hands-on with hardware and test systems.
Able to lift 30 lbs, stand for long periods, bend, grasp, sit, pull, push, stoop, and stretch as required for the position.
Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Nice to have

Master's degree in a relevant engineering field.
Prior experience supporting small-sat, or rapid-prototype satellite programs where speed and resourcefulness outweigh heavy process overhead.
Experience with requirements management and verification tools (e.g. Jama).
Familiarity with MRP systems and inventory planning.
Experience writing automation scripts or test software using Python, MATLAB, LabVIEW, or similar languages/tools to automate test execution, data logging, or anomaly detection.
Familiarity with data acquisition (DAQ) systems, instrumentation automation, and test control software.
Experience with high thermal condition testing and complex electro-mechanical systems.
Experience mentoring or training AIT technicians.

Compensation

CA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20
Base Pay Range for:

Benefits

Benefits include: 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.
Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation.
Translate system and subsystem requirements into verifiable test requirements and ensure full test coverage and traceability.
At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth.
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.

Equal opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force.
Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities.
We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork.
We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, reg

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