Space Solar Technician — Assembly & Test

InvestedintheMission; Central (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced aerospace assembler/ technician to join the Solar Center of Excellence. The candidate will assemble solar cell strings, operate test equipment, and support environmental testing, with a strong emphasis on safety, traceability, and craftsmanship.

This role requires hands-on problem solving, 4+ years in aerospace hardware assembly/test (or AS degree with 2+ years), and the ability to work across cross-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced lab setting.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Test article prep and post-test inspection experience.
• ESD/cleanroom/FOD compliance; basic metrology; NC documentation.
• Precision measurement tools (calipers, micrometers, scales).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, detail-oriented team environment.
• Basic computer skills (Windows, MS Office).
• Ability to stoop and stand for extended periods; lift 25 lbs.
• Shift flexibility with overtime availability.

Responsibilities

• Assemble solar cell strings under direction; perform welding/tabbing, adhesive dispense, lamination, and rework as instructed.
• Operate solar simulators, IV flash, EL imaging; log data with traceability.
• Support TVAC, thermal cycling, AO/UV exposure setups; prep and inspect test articles.
• Assist with deployment test rigs; install sensors and perform instrumented tests.
• Maintain ESD/cleanroom/FOD controls; keep work areas clean and calibrate tools.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Team player

Fast-paced environment

Basic computer skills

Stoop/stand for extended periods

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; AS degree +2 yrs

Tools

Windows

Microsoft Office

Job description

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced aerospace assembler/ technician to join the Solar Center of Excellence. The candidate will assemble solar cell strings, operate test equipment, and support environmental testing, with a strong emphasis on safety, traceability, and craftsmanship.

This role requires hands-on problem solving, 4+ years in aerospace hardware assembly/test (or AS degree with 2+ years), and the ability to work across cross-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced lab setting.