Propulsion Test Engineer I

Blue Origin LLC; Van Horn (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in Van Horn, TX is seeking a test engineer to lead design, analysis, and operation of engine test systems. You will drive test planning, risk assessment, hardware integration, and post-test evaluation to ensure safe and repeatable spaceflight operations.

Collaboration across safety, manufacturing, and operations is essential. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, data-driven decisions, and contributions to reducing spaceflight costs while supporting the West Texas site operations

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in engineering and ability to start Fall 2026.
• Experience in a testing environment and in executing test procedures.
• Strong data analysis and written/verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, analysis, and operation of test systems for propulsion and related subsystems.
• Lead test planning, risk assessments, and post-test data review.
• Develop test support software and equipment to improve test frequency and quality.
• Collaborate with safety, manufacturing, and operations teams.

Skills

Test planning

Data analysis

Engineering fundamentals

Fluids & thermodynamics

Education

B.S. in engineering

M.S. preferred

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Creo CAD

Job description

Blue Origin LLC in Van Horn, TX is seeking a test engineer to lead design, analysis, and operation of engine test systems. You will drive test planning, risk assessment, hardware integration, and post-test evaluation to ensure safe and repeatable spaceflight operations.

Collaboration across safety, manufacturing, and operations is essential. The role emphasizes hands-on testing, data-driven decisions, and contributions to reducing spaceflight costs while supporting the West Texas site operations