Senior Avionics Dev Lab Technician

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 50,420 - 70,574; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Paid parental leave

401(k) with company match

Paid time off up to four weeks

Stock options for employees

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle is looking for skilled technicians to assemble and test avionics hardware used in space vehicles. This role requires proven experience in avionics assembly, a strong understanding of electronics, and proficiency with various tools.

Join a team dedicated to building safe, reusable space vehicles. Benefits include medical insurance, paid time off, and stock options for employees. Candidates must be U.S. citizens or permanent residents.

Qualifications

• Experience with ESD prevention and controls.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and wiring diagrams.
• Basic digital literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Assembling flight-grade avionics.
• Testing and qualifying avionics components.
• Integrating avionics into electronics testbeds.

Skills

ESD prevention and controls

Basic electronics theory

Electrical schematics interpretation

Assembly of avionics

Proficient in electronic lab test equipment

Familiarity with hand tools

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Microsoft Office Suite

Written and verbal communication skills

Analytical and organizational skills

Education

8+ years of experience in safety-critical fields

2-year Associates degree in electrical engineering technology

Tools

Handheld multimeters

Torque wrenches

Job description

Application close date

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 Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows of the future, shared solutions and standards, simplicity and lower costs, and manufacturable design.

Enterprise Engineering allows all Blue Origin business units to benefit from commonly used capabilities, hardware, and software and assists business units in identifying, selecting, and training engineers from both inside and outside the organization.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will build and test avionics hardware used for flight and non‑flight purposes. In this role, you will have impact on many different aspects of space vehicle development and production!

Special Mentions

• Shifts available:
  • M-F 7am-3:30 pm
• Interviews will include a technical assessment requiring a computer
• Multiple positions available

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

• assembling flight‑grade avionics
• testing and qualifying avionics
• soldering PCBAs and other component‑level board work
• building wire harness/cable assemblies
• integrating avionics and ground support hardware into electronics testbeds

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with ESD prevention and controls
• Thorough understanding of basic electronics theory - voltage, resistance, current
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures
• 8+ years of experience in assembly of avionics, medical devices, or other similar safety‑critical fields
• Proficient in the use of basic electronic lab test equipment, such as power supplies and handheld multimeters
• Experience with common hand tools, such as torque wrenches and screw drivers
• Ability to lift 25 lbs
• Basic digital literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc)
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and desire for continuous improvement
• Ability to thrive as a member of a team

Preferred Qualifications

• 2-year Associates degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology
• Current or expired certifications in PCBA inspection (IPC-A-610), harness assembly (IPC/WHMA-A-620), soldering (J-STD-001), PCBA rework (IPC-7711/7721)
• Experience with 5S or LEAN Six Sigma
• Experience with HiPot harness testers
• Experience in staking and conformal coating
• Experience with potting
• Experience with high voltage systems or NFPA 70E training
• Experience with ANSI-ESD-S20.20
• Experience with AS9100

Base Pay Range for WA applicants is $36.60 - $51.23

Other site ranges may differ

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 (CDL drivers only), 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 Affirmsative 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.