Senior Leak Test Technician, Cryogenic Systems

blueorigin; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Education support

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Test Technician with deep expertise in helium mass spectrometry leak detection to support inspection and qualification of cryogenic and high-pressure systems. You will ensure the integrity of propulsion and fluid systems, contributing to safe and reliable flight hardware.

The role requires advanced hands-on experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, and strong collaboration with design, manufacturing, and quality teams.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of hands-on experience with helium mass spectrometry leak detection.
• 8+ years of hands-on experience with instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Strong understanding of vacuum technology, gas flow, and leak rate fundamentals.
• Experience testing cryogenic and/or high-pressure fluid systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and specifications.
• Familiarity with leak test standards (e.g., ASTM E499, ASTM E498, ASME BPVC Section V).
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform and lead helium mass spectrometry leak detection on cryogenic and high-pressure components, assemblies, and integrated systems.
• Develop, refine, and validate leak test procedures, acceptance criteria, and work instructions.
• Operate, calibrate, and maintain helium mass spectrometer leak detectors and associated vacuum/pressurization equipment.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot leak paths in welds, joints, seals, and fittings; recommend corrective actions.
• Interpret leak rate data and document results in compliance with engineering specifications and quality requirements.
• Provide technical mentorship and training to junior technicians and engineers.
• Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to improve leak-tightness of hardware.
• Ensure adherence to safety protocols when handling cryogenics, testing high-pressure gases, and vacuum systems.
• Support root cause investigations for leak-related nonconformances.

Skills

Helium leak testing

Instrumentation & data acquisition

Vacuum technology

Engineering drawings interpretation

Leak test standards

Education

ASNT Level II/III LT certification

Tools

Helium mass spectrometer leak detectors

Vacuum/pressurization equipment

Pressure/temperature sensors

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking a Senior Test Technician with deep expertise in helium mass spectrometry leak detection to support inspection and qualification of cryogenic and high-pressure systems. You will ensure the integrity of propulsion and fluid systems, contributing to safe and reliable flight hardware.

The role requires advanced hands-on experience, the ability to read engineering drawings, and strong collaboration with design, manufacturing, and quality teams.