Solar Technician (All Levels)

Blue Origin; Van Horn (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Travel up to 25%

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced aerospace technician for the Solar Center of Excellence in Texas. You will assemble solar cells, operate testers, and support environmental and deployment tests, ensuring traceable data and quality throughout the lab workflow.

The role requires hands-on problem solving, strict attention to safety and cleanliness, and the ability to work across shifts with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or equivalent; 4+ years aerospace hardware assembly/test (or AS degree with 2+ years)
• Experience operating test equipment and recording data with traceability
• ESD/cleanroom/FOD compliance; basic metrology experience; NC documentation
• Capable of using precision tools to measure tight tolerances
• Ability to work with a strong work ethic in a fast-paced team environment
• Basic computer skills (Windows, MS Office)
• Ability to stand for extended periods and lift 25 lbs
• Ability to work any shift with overtime potential

Responsibilities

• Assemble solar cell strings under direction; perform resistance welding/tabbing, adhesive dispense, lamination/encapsulation, and rework per work instructions
• Operate solar simulators, IV flash, EL imaging under guidance; log data accurately and maintain traceability
• Support TVAC, thermal cycling, AO/UV exposure setups; assist with test article prep and post-test inspections
• Assist with deployment test rig builds and operation; support sensor installation and instrumented tests
• Follow ESD, cleanroom, FOD controls; maintain cleanliness of work areas and support calibration of tools/metrology
• Conduct incoming inspections and basic metrology (pull/shear, thickness, flatness) under supervision
• Help stand up and organize new lab spaces, workstations, and equipment installations
• Identify and escalate build issues; execute containment and rework under direction; document NCs accurately
• Support development and review of Work Instructions/checklists; participate in process improvement initiatives
• Assist with fixture/tooling maintenance; perform safe lifts/transfers of fragile assemblies
• Maintain lab organization (5S), consumable inventory, and support equipment preventive maintenance
• Work collaboratively in a scrappy cross-disciplinary R&D environment with a geographically distributed team

Skills

Test equipment operation

Data recording with traceability

Precision measurement tools

Windows/Microsoft Office

Ability to work in fast-paced team

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; 4+ years aerospace hardware assembly/test

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers you will help pioneer the space power systems that will energizeTeraWaveand future Blue Origin missions. The Solar Center of Excellence is building world-class capabilities in solar array development-from materials and processes to test and qualification-andyou'llgrow your skills at the forefront of that effort. If you thrive on hands‑on problem solving, take pride in craftsmanship, and want your work to directly enable humanity's future in space, this is the team for you.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assemble solar cell strings under direction; performresistancewelding/tabbing, adhesive dispense, lamination/encapsulation, and rework per work instructions
• Operate solar simulators, IV flash, EL imaging under guidance; log data accurately andmaintaintraceability
• Support TVAC, thermal cycling, AO/UV exposure setups;assistwith test article prep and post-test inspections
• Assistwith deployment test rig builds andoperation,support sensorinstallationand instrumented tests
• Follow ESD, cleanroom, FOD controls;maintaincleanliness of work areas and support calibration of tools/metrology
• Conduct incoming inspections and basic metrology (pull/shear, thickness, flatness) under supervision
• Help stand up and organize new lab spaces, workstations, and equipment installations
• Identifyand escalation build issues; execute containment and rework under direction; document NCs accurately
• Support development and review ofWork Instructions/checklists;participatein process improvement initiatives
• Assistwith fixture/tooling maintenance; perform safe lifts/transfers of fragile assemblies
• Maintain lab organization (5S), consumable inventory, and support equipment preventive maintenance
• Work collaboratively in a scrappy cross-disciplinary R&D environment with a geographically distributed team

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma/equivalent; 4+ years aerospace hardware assembly/test (or AS degree with 2+ years)
• Experience operating test equipment and recording data with traceability
• Test article prep and post-test inspection experience
• ESD/cleanroom/FOD compliance; basic metrology experience; NC documentation
• Capable of using precision tools to accurately measure tight tolerances (calipers,micrometers, scales, etc.)
• Ability to work effectively with a strong work ethic and close attention to detail in a fast-paced dynamic team environment with rapidly changing roles and responsibilities.
• Basic computer skills such as Windows, Microsoft Office, etc.
• Ability to stoop and stand for extended periods of time
• Lift and carry25lbs
• Availability to work any shift with the possibility for overtime

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6-8+ years aerospace hardware experience
• IPC J-STD-001/IPC-A-610 certifications (CIS) or NASA-STD-8739 series training
• Hands‑on stringing/tabbing experience
• Hands‑on experience with resistance welding, adhesive dispense, lamination/encapsulation, or rework
• Experience with solar simulators, IV flash, or EL imaging
• Exposure to TVAC, thermal cycling, or environmental test operations
• Experience with deployment mechanisms or instrumented testing
• Forklift/Scissor Liftandprecision handling certifications
• Preventive maintenance experience on lab equipment
• Working knowledge of standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment (band saw, chop saw, grinders, drills, torque wrenches, etc.)
• Knowledge of drawing review, scheduling systems, work order systems, inventory, and various issue tracking systems
• Ability to work with engineers to review design concepts, provide feedback for ease of assembly, and support development tests
• Review, edit and follow work instructions for assembly tasks

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 25% of the time

Culture Statement

Don't meet all desired requirements? Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin, we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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, 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