Test Engineer II- Blue Ring (2nd Shift)

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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!

This role is part of the Blue National Security Business Unit supporting the Blue Ring program. As a part of a hardworking team of engineers you will own significant scopes of electrical integration and test efforts for various space vehicles. This includes validating the integration of electrical subsystems into a spacecraft collaborating on the development of Electrical Ground Support Equipment (EGSE) and participating in launch a fast-paced dynamic environment you will architect the functional test program develop test plans author test procedures collaborate on spacecraft script development and coordinate across product teams to ensure the successful test campaigns of integrated spacecraft. You will lead elements of electrical test execution during vehicle integration all the way through final testing in preparation for launch.

You will contribute to optimally completing major test campaigns including planning writing test plans and procedures developing test equipment and compiling test reports. 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!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Plan architect and coordinate the resources vital to execute the testing of spacecraft electrical systems.
• Test spacecraft flight hardware and integrated spacecraft.
• Conduct test design reviews integration readiness reviews and test readiness reviews for your events.
• Coordinate with design engineer subject matter experts across each affected system under test to integrate the identified system verification requirements into the detailed test plan for the development risk reduction and/or verification run for record event as appropriate.
• Identify communicate and mitigate cost schedule and technical risks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• B.S. in Aerospace Electrical Mechanical Physics Systems Engineering or related technical subject area.
• 3 years of relevant post-graduation experience in specified engineering field(s).
• Proven track record conducting tests on aerospace flight hardware for NASA Commercial Space or Department of Defense (DoD) Missile Systems.
• Experience working with flight hardware in a production facility or laboratory.
• Experience developing test infrastructure drawings configuring test articles and conducting testing of spacecraft articles with an emphasis on electrical systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings engineering industry standards and technical requirements.
• Ability to perform data analysis and reduction and present technical information in a clear and compelling visual format.
• Strong safety demeanor and experience including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations.
• Excellent verbal written and graphical communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced dynamic work environment.
• Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationships.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Spacecraft/Missile launch preparation testing and/or launch console operation.
• Experience with analytical and scripting tools: MATLAB LabVIEW Python Open C3 Ruby or C.
• Experience developing and maintaining test scripts.
• Experience developing test programs for Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) labs or Software Integration Labs (SIL).
• Experience with requirements development/management tools; Windchill DOORS DOORS Next Gen and lifecycle management (PLM) and/or data.
• Experience conducting thermal vibration shock and/or vacuum testing on flight hardware in accordance with MIL-STD-810 SMC-S-016 and MIL-STD-1540.
• Experience developing Test Equipment Systems for flight avionics or Integrated System tests.
• Experience with System Integration Testing Electrical Test Component Testing Environmental Test or Propulsion Test of space flight hardware.

Special Mentions:

• Travel of up to 25% is required.
• Ability to obtain or already has a TS/SCI security clearance.

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

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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.
• 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 companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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