Electrical Design and Test Engineer III – Blue Ring

Blue Origin; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin in Huntsville, AL, is seeking an engineer to own and develop automated test equipment for the Blue Ring spacecraft and payloads. You will work with avionics owners and customers to ensure hardware and software meet operational requirements, while delivering fielded test systems.

The role requires collaboration in a fast-paced environment, experience with LabVIEW and scripting in Python/C/C++, and the ability to interpret engineering drawings. U.S.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field as listed.
• 3+ years of Test Equipment hardware or software design.
• 3+ years of Assembly, Integration and Test experience.
• Recent experience with automated test equipment development and software.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and standards.
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop automated test equipment hardware and software for the Blue Ring spacecraft and payloads.
• Own fielded test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues during hardware validation and verification testing.
• Support design and production to ensure system designs meet requirements.
• Design and develop automated Test equipment software using National Instruments LabVIEW.

Skills

Test equipment design

Electrical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Ability to read drawings

U.S. Security clearance eligibility

Education

B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

Python/C/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! The role is part of the In‑Space Systems business unit, which is focused on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on‑orbit. As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will own design elements of the Blue Ring test equipment, and test the Blue Ring spacecraft alongside it's unique payloads. This role will require the candidate to coordinate design elements with avionics product owners, collaborate with customers, and support Blue Ring spacecraft test teams. In a fast-paced, dynamic environment, you will architect the test equipment design, deliver engineering design products, own fielded hardware , and develop LabVIEW code to command and control the Blue Ring spacecraft . You will have a major role to play in delivering the Blue Ring spacecraft from early manufacturing integration of sub‑assemblies, all the way through final payload integration of the Blue Ring spacecraft in preparation for launch.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Develop automated test equipment hardware and software for the Blue Ring spacecraft and its payloads
• Own fielded test equipment
• Review and apply real‑time test anomaly troubleshooting and resolution of issues encountered during hardware validation testing and verification testing.
• Support design and production to ensure system designs meet operational and functional requirements
• Design and develop automated Test equipment software using National Instruments LabVIEW

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Aerospace, Electrical, Mechanical, Physics, Systems Engineering, or related technical subject area.
• 3+ years of Test Equipment hardware or software design
• 3+ years of Assembly, Integration and Test experience
• Recent experience with development of automated test equipment, electrical troubleshooting equipment, and/or test equipment software development
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced, dynamic work environment.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, standards, and technical requirements.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years experience testing production flight hardware at a manufacturing site or testing integrated mission ready flight hardware
• Experience developing support equipment missile/spacecraft/satellite command/control systems, RF telemetry systems, power systems, and/or battery management systems
• Experience developing schematic drawings, developing test equipment drawings, writing test equipment automated scripts or testing flight production hardware
• 3+ years of LabVIEW, Python, C, or C++ software development
• Ability to travel domestically at least 10% of the time
• Ability to obtain or already possess a DOD TS/SCI security clearance

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

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Afformative 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.