Avionics Dev Lab Technician

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 76,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock Options

401(k) matching up to 5%

Educational support program

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC is seeking skilled technicians to assemble and test flight-grade avionics and related assemblies. You will interpret schematics, prepare PCBA testing, and build harnesses for integration with ground support hardware. Strong team players with attention to safety and quality are preferred.

The role requires hands-on work in an avionics environment with lifting and manual tasks, and offers competitive benefits within a collaborative, inclusive culture.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling avionics and safety-critical devices.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams and assembly procedures.
• Experience with lab test equipment and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• assembling flight-grade avionics testing and qualifying avionics soldering PCBAs and other component-level board work
• building wire harness/cable assemblies
• integrating avionics and ground support hardware into electronics testbeds

Skills

ESD prevention

Electronics theory

Schematic interpretation

Avionics assembly experience

Lab test equipment use

Hand tools proficiency

Lift 25 lbs

MS Office literacy

Communication

Analytical/organizational skills

Teamwork

Education

2 year Associates degree in electrical/electronic engineering technology

Certifications in IPC-A-610, IPC/WHMA-A-620, J-STD-001, IPC-7711/7721

Tools

HiPot testers

Conformal coating equipment

Potting equipment

Soldering irons

Job description

Application close date

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 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. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design. Enterprise Engineering allows all Blue Origin business units to benefit from commonly used capabilities, hardware, and software and assists business units in identifying, selecting, and training engineers from both inside and outside the organization. As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will build and test avionics hardware used for flight and non-flight purposes. In this role, you will have impact on many different aspects of spaceflight vehicle development and production!

Special Mentions: Shifts available: M-F 7am-3:30 pm Interviews will include a technical assessment requiring a computer Multiple positions available

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• assembling flight-grade avionics testing and qualifying avionics soldering PCBAs and other component-level board work building wire harness/cable assemblies integrating avionics and ground support hardware into electronics testbeds

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with ESD prevention and controls
• Thorough understanding of basic electronics theory – voltage, resistance, current
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures
• 3-8 years of experience in assembly of avionics, medical devices, or other similar safety-critical fields
• Proficient in the use of basic electronic lab test equipment, such as power supplies and handheld multimeters
• Experience with common hand tools, such as torque wrenches and screw drivers
• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Basic digital literacy and familiarity with Microsoft office suite (Excel, Word, etc)
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and desire for continuous improvement
• Ability to thrive as a member of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 year Associates degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology
• Current or expired certifications in PCBA inspection (IPC-A-610),harness assembly (IPC/WHMA-A-620), soldering (J-STD-001), PCBA rework (IPC-7711/7721)
• Experience with 5S or LEAN Six Sigma
• Experience with HiPot harness testers
• Experience in staking and conformal coating
• Experience with potting
• Experience with high voltage systems or NFPA 70E training
• Experience with ANSI-ESD-S20.20
• Experience with AS9100

Compensation Range

Compensation Range for: WA applicants is $36.60 - $51.23 Other site ranges may differ

Benefits

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

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 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, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, 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.

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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 [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.

We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

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