Avionics Test Engineer II: Spaceflight Systems

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 130,706 - 182,987; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Education support

Stock options

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a test systems engineer to develop and test avionics hardware and software for the New Glenn program. You will join a team of specialists to advance safe and robust avionics for a heavy‑lift launch vehicle, with emphasis on test system development for manufacturing and qualification.

The role requires hands‑on electronics experience, Python scripting, familiarity with EMI/EMC standards, and the ability to work with hardware and software life cycles.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience developing and/or testing electronic systems or devices.
• Sound knowledge of electronics and circuit fundamentals.
• Familiar with testing equipment, with Python scripting preferred.
• Awareness of EMI/EMC standards and IEC or automotive standards.
• Experience with hardware and software development lifecycle.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willingness to support weekend shifts based on program needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test test systems for manufacturing and qualifying flight avionics hardware.
• Contribute to both hardware and software development for avionics systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure safe and robust integration.
• Support weekend shifts or non-standard hours as required by program needs.

Skills

Hands-on experience

Problem solving

Communication skills

Avionics integration

Test equipment familiarity

Education

B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science

Tools

Python scripting

Linux

Git

Jenkins

JIRA

IPC standards

NASA-STD 8739

DO-160

MIL-STD-461

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a test systems engineer to develop and test avionics hardware and software for the New Glenn program. You will join a team of specialists to advance safe and robust avionics for a heavy‑lift launch vehicle, with emphasis on test system development for manufacturing and qualification.

The role requires hands‑on electronics experience, Python scripting, familiarity with EMI/EMC standards, and the ability to work with hardware and software life cycles.