Mechanical Integration Technician III

Blue Origin; Van Horn (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Living allowance

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Blue Origin in Van Horn, TX is seeking a hands-on technician for test facilities and maintenance. The role involves operating pneumatic, hydraulic, and propellant systems, performing preventive and corrective maintenance, and supporting instrumentation installation and calibration.

You will work in a safety-focused environment with cross-functional engineering teams, tackle long-day shift rotations, and may qualify for relocation support and living allowances as part of the incentives.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 2+ years in industrial facilities, test ops, aerospace/aviation maintenance, or similar high-consequence environments; or 1–2 years with technical training.
• Experience with fluid/pneumatic or propellant-like systems and basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to readengineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Comfort around heavy equipment and cranes; willingness to work overtime, weekends, and on-call.

Responsibilities

• Operate test facility systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and propellant distribution systems.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on valves, piping, pumps, regulators, actuators, and support equipment.
• Inspect and repair facility components to maintain readiness and reliability.
• Update maintenance records and documentation.
• Assist installation, alignment, and removal of test articles and fixtures.
• Support wiring, calibration, and instrumentation installation and troubleshooting.
• Participate in safety walkdowns, hazard assessments, and incident reviews.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement design changes and improvements.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Read engineering drawings

Safety awareness

Troubleshooting

Heavy equipment safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical trade school / military training / associate degree (Industrial maintenance, welding, machining, mechatronics)

Tools

Torque wrenches

Tube benders

Flaring tools

Pipe threading

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Work Schedule: 16 days on / 12 days off rotational schedule. Flexibility to work weekends, holidays, and varying shift days is required.
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

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 permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Operate test facility systems, including pneumatic, hydraulic, and propellant distribution systems, under established procedures and supervision.
• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on valves, piping, pumps, regulators, actuators, and related support equipment.
• Inspect, troubleshoot, and repair facility components to maintain readiness and reliability.
• Update maintenance records, logs, and configuration documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist in the installation, alignment, and removal of component test articles, fixtures, and support hardware.
• Support mechanical, fluid, and electrical connections between test articles and facility systems (e.g., propellant lines, pneumatics, instrumentation harnesses).
• Participate in test readiness activities, including leak checks, functional checks, and pre-/post-test inspections.
• Collaborate with engineers to implement design changes, upgrades, and improvements to test stands and support systems.
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, flow meters, and strain gauges.
• Assist with sensor wiring, routing, and termination, including connector assembly and basic electrical diagnostics (continuity checks, voltage checks).
• Support the integration and verification of control and data acquisition systems per engineering instructions.
• Assist with layout, fabrication, and installation of piping, structural supports, brackets, and test fixtures.
• Perform basic machining and fabrication tasks (cutting, grinding, drilling, threading, fitting) using common shop tools.
• Support welding activities (e.g., preparation, fit-up, post-weld clean-up); candidates with welding certifications may perform structural or process piping welds as appropriate.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and work instructions to ensure correct build and installation.
• Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout practices, and hazard controls for high-pressure, cryogenic, and hazardous fluid systems.
• Participate in safety walkdowns, hazard assessments, and incident/near-miss reviews; proactively identify and report unsafe conditions.
• Adhere to configuration control, quality standards, and documentation requirements for all work performed.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of procedures, tooling, and workflows to enhance safety, efficiency, and reliability.
• Work closely with engineers, operators, and other technicians to plan and execute builds, maintenance, and test operations.
• Provide clear status updates, communicate issues promptly, and contribute to problem-solving discussions.
• Support occasional cross-site activities, special projects, and facility upgrades as program needs evolve.

Requirements (minimum Qualifications)

• High school diploma or GED.
• 3+ years of relevant hands‑on experience in one or more of the following: industrial facilities, test operations, aerospace/aviation maintenance, petrochemical, power generation, or similar high‑consequence environments.
• OR 2+ years of relevant experience with completion of a technical trade school, military technical training, or associate degree in a related field (e.g., industrial maintenance, welding, machining, mechatronics).
• Demonstrated experience working with fluid/pneumatic or propellant‑like systems (e.g., high‑pressure gas, fuel, cryogenic, or hydraulic systems), including basic troubleshooting and maintenance.
• Proficiency with common mechanical tools and equipment (e.g., torque wrenches, tube benders, flaring tools, pipe threading, hand and power tools).
• Ability to read and interpret basic engineering drawings, schematics, and P&IDs.
• Comfort working around and supporting operation of heavy equipment (overhead cranes, forklifts, rigging) under established procedures and training.
• Strong commitment to working safely in environments involving high pressure, high energy, and hazardous materials.
• Ability to:
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Work on ladders, scaffolding, and elevated platforms.
• Stand, bend, kneel, or work in confined spaces for extended periods as required by tasks.
• Ability to work overtime, off‑shifts, weekends, and on‑call support as needed to meet test and build schedules.
• Must be a U.S. citizen or U.S. permanent resident (lawful permanent resident/green card holder) and able to satisfy applicable export control and access requirements.

Desired Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in test facilities, test operations, or similar high‑performance test environments.
• Experience with cryogenic fluids, propellants, or other hazardous/pressurized media, including leak detection and safe handling practices.
• Hands‑on experience with:
• TIG welding (stainless steel, aluminum, or nickel alloys) and/or structural welding with relevant certifications.
• Precision tube fabrication (stainless tubing, orbital welding, flare fittings).
• Basic machining (manual mill/lathe) and custom fixture fabrication.
• Familiarity with CAD tools (e.g., SolidWorks, Inventor) sufficient to review models and drawings for build and integration tasks.
• Experience installing and troubleshooting industrial instrumentation and controls, including data acquisition or PLC/SCADA systems.

Certifications & Additional Experience

• Certifications or documented training in one or more of the following:
• Welding (AWS, ASME, or equivalent).
• Industrial maintenance/mechatronics.
• Instrumentation and controls.
• Rigging, crane operation, or forklift operation.
• Prior experience in a highly regulated or high‑reliability environment (e.g., aerospace, defense, nuclear, oil & gas, or chemical processing).
• Demonstrated participation in continuous improvement initiatives (e.g., 5S, lean, root cause analysis).
• Experience collaborating with engineering teams to provide design‑for‑maintainability or design‑for‑test feedback.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & CULTURE

• Hands‑On, Collaborative Team: You will join a small, passionate group that works side‑by‑side with engineers, operators, and other technicians on complex builds and test operations. Communication, mutual respect, and shared ownership of outcomes are central to how we work.
• High‑Impact, High‑Responsibility: The facilities and systems you maintain enable critical development testing. Your craftsmanship, attention to detail, and operational discipline will have a direct impact on program schedule and success.
• Safety‑First Mindset: Safety is our highest priority. We operate in environments involving high pressure, cryogenic fluids, heavy equipment, and complex systems. We emphasize thorough training, clear procedures, peer checks, and continual improvement of our safety practices.
• Learning & Growth: You will have opportunities to broaden your skills across disciplines—mechanical, fluid, instrumentation, and controls—with on‑the‑job training, mentorship, and exposure to advanced test systems. High performers can grow into senior technician, lead, or specialized technical roles.
• Dynamic Schedule: Work is aligned to test and build campaigns, which may require flexibility in shift work, overtime, and occasional weekend support to meet critical milestones.

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 Afficiate 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.