Posted:
8/27/2024, 5:00:00 PM
Location(s):
Seattle, Washington, United States ⋅ Washington, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level
Field(s):
Mechanical Engineering
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 diverse 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.
As part of a hardworking team of diverse engineers, you will be responsible for developing plans, procedures, and equipment for the testing of liquid rocket engine controller hardware, as well as execution of acceptance and qualification testing. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. 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.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise 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, complete, and report avionics development, qualification, and acceptance testing
Performing tests or ensuring that Technicians are able to do so
Analyzing Environmental/EMI data
Use measurement and analysis to determine root causes for failures in avionics testing
Identify and mitigate test execution risks
Collaborate with internal and external labs for test execution
Assist Test Equipment development activities
Perform and work comfortably in an environmental and EMI lab environment
Perform hardware requirements traceability and verification
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical, computer, aerospace engineering, physics, or a related field
Experience planning, executing, and reporting electronics testing.
2+ years of hardware development, integration, systems engineering and/or testing experience.
Practical and analytical understanding of analog and digital electronics
Experience performing hardware requirements traceability and verification
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills regarding technical subjects.
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.
Preferred Qualifications:
Working knowledge of the following standards; RTCA/DO-160, MIL-STD-810, and/or MIL-STD-461
Familiarity with sensors including linear variable differential transformers (LVDT), resistance temperature detectors (RTD), thermocouples, pressure transducers, resolvers, and accelerometers
Proficiency with Python, MATLAB, Linux
Proficiency configuring and troubleshooting test networks
Experience programming, debugging, and troubleshooting devices with microcontrollers
Experience with git for SW development
Graduate degree in electrical, computer, aerospace engineering or a related field
Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $109,980.00-$153,972.00Other site ranges may differ
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Inclusivity Statement
Don’t 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 a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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.
Export Control Regulations
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.
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.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.
Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation
Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected].
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Website: https://www.blueorigin.com/
Headquarter Location: Kent, Washington, United States
Employee Count: 1001-5000
Year Founded: 2000
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: Aerospace ⋅ Manufacturing ⋅ National Security ⋅ Renewable Energy