Sr. AIT Technician (Spacecraft Integration) - Space Resources

Blue Origin; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 76,128 - 106,558; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Job summary

Blue Origin in California seeks an experienced lab specialist for ISRU-focused Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering. The role involves on‑site assembly, testing, and qualification of flight and prototype hardware for satellite and space system development.

The candidate will perform TVAC tests, hardware integration, and development activities with an emphasis on safety, documentation and rapid problem solving in a dynamic lab environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant aerospace or related experience.
• Hands‑on experience with TVAC and employment of electrical assembly tools.
• Ability to read engineering drawings, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience with flight hardware, satellites, or high‑reliability systems.
• Capable of executing work orders while maintaining safety and quality.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Run TVAC tests and maintain TVAC operations during qualification testing.
• Modify or generate work instructions for test and integration.
• Mechanically integrate flight hardware and subsystems.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop and test components.
• Perform development and production activities with minimal documentation.
• Assemble hardware with fabrication methods and perform rework as needed.
• Maintain familiarity with flight hardware deployment procedures.
• Manufacture and integrate space‑standard harnesses.
• Test development hardware with minimal direction from engineers.
• Conduct system fault tests and voltage measurements.
• Coordinate weekly testing goals with the area supervisor.
• Generate and review job hazard assessments and safety controls.
• Keep lab space and equipment well‑maintained.
• Coordinate calibration and maintenance schedules.

Skills

Thermal vacuum chambers

Electrical assembly tools

Bench testing

Read engineering drawings

Flight hardware experience

Safety and quality enforcement

Jira

MRP systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Jira

MRP systems

Job description

Job Overview

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We develop reusable, safe, and low‑cost space vehicles within a culture of safety, collaboration, and inclusion. This role is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE) within the Space Resources Program, focused on In‑Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies for the Moon and beyond.

In this hands‑on, on‑site position you will support daily lab operations that include satellite and subsystem integration, qualification testing, material and process development, failure investigations, and process control validation. You will assemble, test, and troubleshoot flight and prototype hardware, operating autonomously while balancing technical rigor, schedule pressure, and evolving program needs.

Responsibilities

• Run thermal vacuum (TVAC) tests and maintain TVAC operations during qualification testing.
• Modify or generate work instructions and follow aerospace test and integration best practices for thermal vacuum chamber testing and structural/mechanical testing.
• Mechanically integrate flight hardware, including fluid and propulsion systems, star trackers, radios, instrumentation, flight computers, harnesses, and solar array panels, while adhering to technical and environmental processes.
• Collaborate closely with engineers to develop, assemble, and test aerospace components.
• Perform development and production activities on space systems and satellites with minimal documentation and oversight.
• Apply detailed knowledge of electronic and mechanical fabrication methods to assemble hardware or perform rework.
• Maintain full familiarity with flight hardware deployment procedures.
• Manufacture and integrate space‑standard harnesses.
• Perform tests on development and prototype hardware with minimal direction from engineers.
• Perform system fault testing, including continuity checks, functional checkouts, and voltage measurements.
• Thrive in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment where priorities and challenges shift daily.
• Coordinate directly with the area supervisor to align on weekly testing goals.
• Generate and review job hazard assessments, establish safety controls, and drive corrective actions to completion.
• Model and enforce proper care of the physical lab space and equipment across the team.
• Coordinate calibration and maintenance schedules to minimize tool/test equipment downtime.
• Identify and remove blockers impacting daily and weekly testing goals.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience, preferably in aerospace, aviation, military, or a related field, including:
  • Hands‑on experience with thermal vacuum chambers.
  • Hands‑on experience with electrical assembly tools, bench testing, and measuring instruments.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Experience working on flight hardware, satellites, or other high‑reliability systems.
• Ability to execute work orders, enforce safety standards, and complete complex testing tasks with minimal supervision.
• Comfortable operating with reduced process rigor and documentation typical of rapid‑development missions while maintaining core safety and quality standards.
• Hands‑on, flexible, and able to learn quickly; organized, detail‑oriented, and collaborative with a can‑do attitude.
• Experience scheduling work and coordinating competing priorities using Jira or similar tools.
• Familiarity with MRP systems and inventory planning.
• Willingness to work overtime and weekends as needed.
• Able to lift 30 lbs and perform required physical tasks.
• High school diploma or equivalent certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant fields is a plus.
• Experience with high thermal conditions.
• Hands‑on experience with complex electromechanical systems.
• Prior experience supporting small‑sat or rapid‑prototype programs where speed and resourcefulness outweigh mandatory processes.

Pay

Base Pay Range (CA): $36.60 - $51.23

Other site ranges may differ.

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, we encourage you to apply anyway.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or asylum seeker.

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 presence on a military installation.
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Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, 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 company discretion; bonus amounts not guaranteed and subject to change.

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 workforce. Hiring and promotion are based on qualifications, performance, and abilities. We provide all qualified applicants with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment regardless of protected characteristics. Blue Origin will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in compliance with applicable laws. For more information on your rights, see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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