Mechanical Test Engineer III, Space Hardware

Blue Origin; Merritt Island (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, FL is seeking an experienced test engineer to apply multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge to mechanical, electrical, and thermal test activities for spaceflight hardware. This hands-on role includes developing test plans, equipment, and procedures, coordinating test readiness, and mentoring others while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will work across cross-functional teams to plan and execute tests, analyze data, and implement improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics or related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years hands-on hardware testing experience with mechanisms, electromechanical assemblies, or multi-axis gimbal systems.
• Proficiency in developing test stands and fixtures.
• Mechanical design experience using CAD tools.
• Experience developing and executing test plans for complex mechanical/electromechanical systems.
• Familiarity with motion control architectures (brushless DC motors, slip rings, flex harnesses, motor drive electronics).
• Experience with data acquisition systems and instrumentation (load cells, torque sensors, encoders, thermocouples, accelerometers).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to document and present technical findings.

Responsibilities

• Apply direct experience to mechanical component and subsystem test planning and execution.
• Identify test events, needs and equipment required for test.
• Apply experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems.
• Create and review Test Plans, Test Procedures, safety assessments, schematics, and other engineering artifacts.
• Design, procure, and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors during installation.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.
• Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing.
• Coordinate test crews, support equipment and vehicle configurations for testing.
• Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.
• Reduce, analyze, and archive test data.
• Mentor and train other personnel.

Skills

Hands-on hardware testing

Test planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Documentation

Safety compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Mechatronics

Tools

CAD tools

Data acquisition systems

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Blue Origin in Merritt Island, FL is seeking an experienced test engineer to apply multi-disciplinary engineering knowledge to mechanical, electrical, and thermal test activities for spaceflight hardware. This hands-on role includes developing test plans, equipment, and procedures, coordinating test readiness, and mentoring others while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will work across cross-functional teams to plan and execute tests, analyze data, and implement improvements.