Ground System Development Build Engineer – Level II

Blue Origin; Van Horn (TX); On-site; USD 92,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Living allowance available

Job summary

Blue Origin's Van Horn, TX West Texas Site is hiring a hands-on Build Engineer for the Ground Systems team. You will own fabrication sequences, lead daily execution, and collaborate with engineers and technicians to test engines and components before ground testing.

This role emphasizes safety, scalable process improvements, and on-site field integration with travel up to 30%. Relocation assistance and living allowances may be provided for eligible candidates based in Van Horn, TX.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years of direct, hands-on experience in manufacturing, assembly, or field integration.
• Demonstrated experience developing work instructions and technical documentation.
• Knowledge of pressure systems, fluid systems, or aerospace ground support equipment.
• Ability to interpret P&ID schematics, engineering models, drawings, specifications, and test procedures.
• Familiarity with safety protocols for high-pressure gaseous systems, cryogenic systems, general manufacturing, and field integration.

Responsibilities

• Author detailed work instructions for fabrication, assembly, and integration of structures, pressurized gas systems, cryogenic systems, instrumentation, and field installations
• Design end-to-end execution strategies that define fabrication methodology and integration sequencing for test infrastructure projects
• Manage a daily technician schedule with a rolling 2-week look-ahead plan and facilitate daily stand-up meetings to review progress and set priorities
• Serve as the primary point of contact between engineering and field technicians, translating technical designs into actionable field execution
• Maintain configuration control by validating as-built documentation and ensuring accurate BOM integration into enterprise configuration management systems
• Provide technical oversight for installation of pressurized gas systems, cryogenic fluid systems, and associated instrumentation
• Work with engineering to resolve fabrication and assembly issues through systematic diagnosis and engineered solutions that maintain product integrity and program timelines
• Partner with procurement and supply chain to ensure materials and components are ready to support active work orders
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and safety in test stand construction
• Participate in technical design reviews internally and with suppliers
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements for pressure systems, cryogenic handling, crane lifts, and hot work

Skills

Interpret P&ID schematics

Safety protocols familiarity

Knowledge of pressure and fluidsystems

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field

Tools

CAD and 3D modeling software

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!

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As a build engineer on our Ground Systems team, you will be at the center of what makes spaceflight possible — the infrastructure that tests, validates, and proves our engines and components before they ever leave the ground. You will own the work instructions and execution for the build, fabrication, and integration phases of engine and component test stands alongside a small, passionate team of engineers and technicians who are relentlessly committed to safety and excellence. Bringing your technical expertise, creativity, and hands‑on drive, you will own fabrication sequences, lead daily execution, and solve real problems in real time. This is a hands‑on role for a driven problem‑solver who is ready to leave their mark on the history of human spaceflight.

Van Horn Specific information :

Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee’s additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee’s ability to relocate to Van Horn, TX.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• Travel expected up to 30% of the time if not a Van Horn, TX employee.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Author detailed work instructions for fabrication, assembly, and integration of structures, pressurized gas systems, cryogenic systems, instrumentation, and field installations
• Design end-to-end execution strategies that define fabrication methodology and integration sequencing for test infrastructure projects
• Manage a daily technician schedule with a rolling 2-week look-ahead plan and facilitate daily stand-up meetings to review progress and set priorities
• Serve as the primary point of contact between engineering and field technicians, translating technical designs into actionable field execution
• Maintain configuration control by validating as-built documentation and ensuring accurate Bill of Materials (BOM) integration into enterprise configuration management systems
• Provide technical oversight for installation of pressurized gas systems, cryogenic fluid systems, and associated instrumentation
• Work with engineering to resolve fabrication and assembly issues through systematic diagnosis and engineered solutions that maintain product integrity and program timelines
• Partner with procurement and supply chain to ensure materials and components are ready to support active work orders
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase efficiency, quality, and safety in test stand construction
• Participate in technical design reviews internally and with suppliers
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulatory requirements for pressure systems, cryogenic handling, crane lifts, and hot work

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field
• 3+ years of direct, hands‑on experience in manufacturing, assembly, or field integration
• Demonstrated experience developing work instructions and technical documentation
• Knowledge of pressure systems, fluid systems, or aerospace ground support equipment
• Ability to interpret P&ID schematics, engineering models, drawings, specifications, and test procedures
• Familiarity with safety protocols for high‑pressure gaseous systems, cryogenic systems, general manufacturing, and field integration
• 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:

• 5+ years of direct, hands‑on experience in manufacturing, assembly, or field integration
• Hands‑on experience with cryogenic systems (LN2, LOX, LH2, LNG) design or installation
• Knowledge of ASME B31.3 Process Piping Code and other relevant standards
• Experience managing technical teams or coordinating technician workflows
• Hands‑on field experience with test stand construction or modification
• Proficiency with calibrated equipment, GSE/fittings, and test instrumentation and control components
• Experience implementing Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement methodologies
• Proficiency with CAD systems and 3D modeling software
• Familiarity with project scheduling tools and resource allocation techniques

Additional Requirements:

• Work is performed in an active field environment with exposure to fumes, extreme temperatures, and noise
• Physical dexterity required; duties may include standing, climbing, kneeling, crouching, and working in confined spaces
• Typically exposed to outdoor work environments — heat, cold, wind, and rain
• Schedule varies based on site operational needs; flexibility required
• Travel expected up to 30% for candidates not based in Van Horn, TX
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• Relocation assistance provided; living allowance available for employees based in Van Horn, TX

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $91,852.00 - $128,592.45

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

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