Test Engineer II-III

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were 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!

As part of a small passionate and accomplished team of test engineers you will help test a wide variety of vehicle components to meet Blue Origins program requirements for various spaceflight systems. From heat exchangers and hydraulic pumps to in-space propulsion components and lunar vehicle subsystems you will gain hands-on experience with a plethora of development and flight rated hardware. As a test engineer at the Vacuum Engine Experiment (VEEx) test stand you will take on a critical role by contributing to test operations through assisting with test planning and execution risk identification and mitigation hardware integration for test campaigns pre and post-test inspections data review and performance analysis.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to safety and quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. Degree in Computer or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of experience in a testing environment
• 2 years of experience in electrical schematic and panel layout design using CAD (preferably AutoCAD Electrical).
• Proven understanding of integrating instrumentation with data acquisition hardware.
• Proficiency with electrical diagnostic equipment.
• Familiar with industrial sensors and actuators: pressure temperature LVDT accelerometers motor controllers flow meters relays strain gauges valves and pumps.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering standards technical requirements and engineering drawings
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated familiarity with Microsoft Suite programs

Preferred Qualifications:

• M.S. in Computer or Electrical Engineering or related field with experimental lab experience
• Rocketry experience through internships or club activities
• Safety training and experience with high pressure systems LOTO oxygen and hydrogen gaseous and cryogenic systems
• Practice with video monitoring systems (webcam 3G-SDI high speed infrared etc.)
• Understanding of network configuration and other IT fundamentals.
• Software development or fixing PLC Arduino Raspberry Pi or Opto22 controllers and for LabVIEW or MATLAB applications.
• Familiarity with NI hardware or Bustec hardware.
• Familiarity with calibration principles (uncertainty calculation total error ratios etc.) and industry calibration standards (ISO/IEC 17025 ANSI NCSL Z540.3).
• Proficient in noise reduction shielding grounding techniques termination and analog and digital filtering to provide high fidelity measurements.
• Ability to specify instrumentation wiring needed for various interfacing of data systems and sensors.
• Experience crafting and installing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1 Division 1 and Division 2 environments.
• Understanding of computers and programming languages (LabVIEW Java HTML and/or C Python).

Culture Statement

Dont meet all desired requirements 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 an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check

• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation

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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.

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

• Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

• Eligibility for benefits varies by role type please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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