Entry-Level Spacecraft Test Operations Engineer

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Stock options

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Test Operations Engineer I to join the AI&T team on the Terawave program. In this entry-level role you will support the execution of space vehicle‑level development and qualification environmental test campaigns—TVAC, vibration, acoustic, and functional testing—under the guidance of senior test engineers.

You will build hands-on spacecraft test operations experience while contributing to the qualification of satellites for high‑rate production, reporting results with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace, mechanical, electrical or systems engineering.
• 0–2 years in hardware test or related hands‑on role.
• Ability to follow detailed technical procedures carefully.
• Eagerness to learn spacecraft test operations and bench procedures.
• Strong attention to detail and data recording.

Responsibilities

• Support test campaign execution under supervision; perform steps and record results accurately.
• Assist with hardware setup, cable reconfigurations, test fixture assembly, and consumables management.
• Perform pre-test and post-test equipment checks and functional verifications.
• Support environmental test article installation and de-installation in test chambers.
• Document test anomalies clearly and elevate off-nominal observations promptly.
• Update procedures and maintain configuration accountability and ESD/FOD compliance.
• Participate in test briefings, anomaly reviews, and lessons‑learned sessions.
• Develop competency in test operations under mentorship of senior engineers.

Skills

Attention to detail

Written and verbal communication

Eagerness to learn

Test instrumentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or closely related field

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Test Operations Engineer I to join the AI&T team on the Terawave program. In this entry-level role you will support the execution of space vehicle‑level development and qualification environmental test campaigns—TVAC, vibration, acoustic, and functional testing—under the guidance of senior test engineers.

You will build hands-on spacecraft test operations experience while contributing to the qualification of satellites for high‑rate production, reporting results with