Senior Electric Propulsion Test & Launch Ops

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Test Technician to support testing and verification of Electric Propulsion thrusters. You will set up new production areas, prepare test articles, run tests, and document results while coordinating with engineering teams.

You will apply precision measurement tools and calibrations, work with test chambers, and help transition from development to production acceptance testing. A strong emphasis on safety and cross-functional collaboration is essential.

Qualifications

• 8+ years experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or related field.
• Experience using precision mechanical tools (torque wrenches, calipers, micrometers) and fabrication shop equipment.
• Hands-on assembly, integration, test, troubleshooting or validation across mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems in production/test environments.
• Proficiency with instrumentation and data acquisition systems (pressure, temperature, strain, sensors).
• Ability to read drawings, schematics, diagrams, and P&IDs.

Responsibilities

• Prepare test articles per engineering instructions and execute tests for mechanical, fluid, and avionics systems.
• Verify test equipment and chamber functionality using checklists and protocols.
• Execute development, qualification, acceptance and functional test procedures for Electric Propulsion thrusters.
• Conduct pre-test inspections and troubleshoot readiness issues.
• Document test setup, execution, results, and maintenance activities clearly in records.

Skills

Aerospace manufacturing experience

Hands-on assembly, integration, test

Proficiency with instrumentation and D

Education

Relevant degree/certification in aerospace

Tools

Torque wrenches

Calipers

Micrometers

Test equipment and data acquisition systems

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Test Technician to support testing and verification of Electric Propulsion thrusters. You will set up new production areas, prepare test articles, run tests, and document results while coordinating with engineering teams.

You will apply precision measurement tools and calibrations, work with test chambers, and help transition from development to production acceptance testing. A strong emphasis on safety and cross-functional collaboration is essential.