Blue Ring Automation Test Engineer

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 134,961 - 188,945; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off and holidays

Stock Options for all regular employees

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced Automation Test Engineer to lead automated testing efforts in Seattle, WA. You will design and implement testing frameworks using Python and collaborate with developers to ensure high-quality software delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Engineering and experience in test automation, especially within the aerospace sector. The position requires strong problem-solving skills and effective communication abilities.

Qualifications

• Experience with spacecraft/satellite test development.
• Strong understanding of software development and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with version control systems like Git.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python.
• Collaborate with developers to understand testing requirements.
• Analyze test results, identify trends, and report findings.

Skills

Python

Test Automation

Problem-solving skills

Communication and Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Selenium

PyTest

Docker

MATLAB

LabVIEW

C++

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Automation Test Engineer to spearhead our automated testing efforts. The position is part of the In‑Space Systems business unit, focused on space infrastructure and mobility on‑orbit. The successful candidate will design, develop, and implement automated testing frameworks using Python, and lead a team of testers.

Special Mentions

• Travel up to 25% required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain automated test scripts using Python.
• Collaborate with developers and other stakeholders to understand project and testing requirements.
• Implement testing strategies to ensure high-quality software delivery.
• Analyze test results, identify trends, and report findings to development teams.
• Continuously improve test automation processes and frameworks.
• Ensure robust test coverage across all application components.
• Periodically support testing events on second shift.

Minimum Qualifications

• Previous experience with spacecraft/satellite test development and/or execution, hardware ownership, or hardware qualification and/or acceptance testing.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Proven experience in test automation using Python.
• Strong understanding of the software development life cycle and testing methodologies.
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git).
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with test automation tools (e.g., Selenium, PyTest, etc.).
• Experience with requirements verification.
• Experience using Docker or containerized environments.
• Experience with MATLAB, LabVIEW, C++.
• Hands‑on experience conducting tests in a lab setting.
• Experience in a lead role or managing a test team.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and integrating automated testing.
• Knowledge of performance testing and security testing.
• Experience in agile development environments.
• Holding a Department of Defense TS/SCI security clearance if requested.

Compensation

Base Pay Range for WA applicants is $134,961.00 – $188,945.40. 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.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check.
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation.
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW), Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10,001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce, may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding), Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre‑employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical.

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 workforce. We hire and promote 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. For more information on Know Your Rights, 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 [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.