EGSE Automation Test Engineer - TeraWave

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks an EGSE Automation Test Engineer to join the AI&T team on the Terawave program in Seattle. You will develop and maintain automated test scripts for HIL verification, build data-driven test sequences, and support deployment to production line testing.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, 3+ years in aerospace test automation, proficiency in Python, and experience with spacecraft test development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in test automation, software-in-the-loop, or hardware test scripting in aerospace/defense/high-reliability electronics.
• Proficiency in Python; experience developing automated test scripts that interface with hardware.
• Experience with spacecraft or satellite test development, execution, or hardware qualification/testing.
• Ability to debug test script failures and trace root cause to hardware or software issues.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts and regression suites for HIL verification.
• Create data-driven test sequences per defined test coverage requirements; verify results against pass/fail criteria.
• Debug and triage automation failures; implement fixes and improvements to test script robustness.
• Contribute to test automation framework maintenance and feature development under guidance of senior engineers.
• Support production line test automation deployment; assist with training materials and knowledge transfer.
• Document automation scripts, test coverage, and framework usage for team reference.
• Coordinate with EGSE Software Engineers on software interface requirements and tool updates.

Skills

Python

Test automation

Debugging

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Software Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

NI TestStand

PyTest

MATLAB

C++

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!

Blue Origin is pioneering the future of space-based communications with TeraWave, a revolutionary satellite communications network designed to deliver symmetrical data speeds of up to 6 Tbps anywhere on Earth. This multi-orbit constellation will consist of optically interconnected satellites in low Earth orbit (LEO) and medium Earth orbit (MEO), providing enterprise-grade connectivity for critical operations worldwide.

Blue Origin is seeking an EGSE Automation Test Engineer to join the AI&T team on the Terawave program. In this role you will develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts and regression suites for HIL verification, contribute to the test automation framework, and support transition of automation tools to the production line test team.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Develop, maintain, and execute automated test scripts and regression suites for HIL verification.
• Create data-driven test sequences per defined test coverage requirements; verify results against pass/fail criteria.
• Debug and triage automation failures; implement fixes and improvements to test script robustness.
• Contribute to test automation framework maintenance and feature development under guidance of senior engineers.
• Support production line test automation deployment; assist with training materials and knowledge transfer.
• Document automation scripts, test coverage, and framework usage for team reference.
• Coordinate with EGSE Software Engineers on software interface requirements and tool updates.
• Capture and track automation-related anomalies; support disposition and root cause analysis.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 3+ years of experience in test automation, software-in-the-loop, or hardware test scripting in aerospace, defense, or high-reliability electronics.
• Proficiency in Python; experience developing automated test scripts that interface with hardware.
• Previous experience with spacecraft or satellite test development, execution, or hardware qualification and acceptance testing.
• Ability to debug test script failures and trace root cause to hardware or software issues.
• Familiarity with data bus protocols or hardware interface standards used in automated test contexts.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document scripts and test coverage clearly.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with spacecraft or launch vehicle test automation in a bench or production environment.
• Background with GSEOS, COSMOS, LabVIEW, NI TestStand, or similar ground test software.
• Experience with LabVIEW or NI TestStand for automated functional test sequence development.
• Familiarity with PyTest, CI/CD pipelines, or automated regression frameworks.
• Experience with MATLAB or C++ in a test or simulation context.
• Hands-on experience conducting tests in a lab setting.
• Background with requirements verification and test traceability.

Base Pay Range for:

CO applicants is $110,938.00 - $155,312.85WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20

Other site ranges may differ

Culture 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 an 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.

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, 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

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.
• 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. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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