Aerospace Solar Tech — All Levels

Blue Origin; Van Horn (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced aerospace technician for the Solar Center of Excellence in Texas. You will assemble solar cells, operate testers, and support environmental and deployment tests, ensuring traceable data and quality throughout the lab workflow.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, strict attention to safety and cleanliness, and the ability to work across shifts with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent; 4+ years aerospace hardware assembly/test (or AS degree with 2+ years)
• Experience operating test equipment and recording data with traceability
• ESD/cleanroom/FOD compliance; basic metrology experience; NC documentation
• Capable of using precision tools to measure tight tolerances
• Ability to work with a strong work ethic in a fast-paced team environment
• Basic computer skills (Windows, MS Office)
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 25 lbs
• Ability to work any shift with overtime potential

Responsibilities

• Assemble solar cell strings under direction; perform resistance welding/tabbing, adhesive dispense, lamination/encapsulation, and rework per work instructions
• Operate solar simulators, IV flash, EL imaging under guidance; log data accurately and maintain traceability
• Support TVAC, thermal cycling, AO/UV exposure setups; assist with test article prep and post-test inspections
• Assist with deployment test rig builds and operation; support sensor installation and instrumented tests
• Follow ESD, cleanroom, FOD controls; maintain cleanliness of work areas and support calibration of tools/metrology
• Conduct incoming inspections and basic metrology (pull/shear, thickness, flatness) under supervision
• Help stand up and organize new lab spaces, workstations, and equipment installations
• Identify and escalate build issues; execute containment and rework under direction; document NCs accurately
• Support development and review of Work Instructions/checklists; participate in process improvement initiatives
• Assist with fixture/tooling maintenance; perform safe lifts/transfers of fragile assemblies
• Maintain lab organization (5S), consumable inventory, and support equipment preventive maintenance
• Work collaboratively in a scrappy cross-disciplinary R&D environment with a geographically distributed team

Skills

Test equipment operation

Data recording with traceability

Precision measurement tools

Windows/Microsoft Office

Ability to work in fast-paced team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; 4+ years aerospace hardware assembly/test

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced aerospace technician for the Solar Center of Excellence in Texas. You will assemble solar cells, operate testers, and support environmental and deployment tests, ensuring traceable data and quality throughout the lab workflow.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, strict attention to safety and cleanliness, and the ability to work across shifts with potential overtime.