Sr. Technical Specialist - Avionics & Control Products

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 124,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Education support

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Washington state seeks an experienced avionics test engineer within the ACP organization. You will test and troubleshoot avionics, manage data acquisition, and ensure readiness of test systems for engine development and validation.

Ideal candidates have 8+ years in electrical/electro-mechanical testing, strong schematic interpretation, and familiarity with EMI/EMC tests and relevant standards. Competitive benefits and opportunities to advance in spaceflight.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in electrical/electronic engineering technology or equivalent required.
• 8+ years in electrical/electro-mechanical assemblies and testing environment.
• Ability to read schematics, wiring diagrams, and assembly procedures.
• Proficient with standard electronic lab test equipment and troubleshooting.
• Strong written and verbal communication and teamwork.
• Desire for continuous improvement and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up, integrate, and review avionics tests including EMI and environmental campaigns.
• Coordinate with technicians for campaign execution and data collection.
• Support development with open box testing and card-to-card verification.
• Checkout and troubleshoot electronic assemblies and test equipment.
• Create, review, and release test work orders and reports.
• Configure data acquisition systems and instrumentation.
• Analyze test data and disposition anomalies with cross-functional teams.
• Maintain calibration, facility readiness, and quality-system compliance.

Skills

Electrical schematics

Test equipment usage

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Documentation

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

Associates degree in electrical/electronic engineering technology

B.S. in electrical engineering

Tools

Windchill

JIRA

MIL-STD-461

J-STD-001

IPC-A-610

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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. Blue Origin is self-funding rapid development of multiple in-space flight systems - over a range of sizes, propellant types, and technical challenge.

This position resides within the Avionics & Control Products (ACP) organization, part of the Engine Business Unit. As part of the ACP Product Execution team, you will test, troubleshoot, and deliver avionics to meet our engine build and launch goals.

The test systems will provide an environment to integrate the electronics and software for system development, verification, and validation. This will include software simulations and hardware emulators, as well as software for interfacing with these simulators and emulators.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

• Participate in the setup, integration, execution, and review of avionics tests, including shock, vibration, thermal, and EMI campaigns

• Coordinate with technicians for the execution of these campaigns

• Support a development environment with open box testing and card to card level testing

• Perform checkout and troubleshooting of electronic assemblies and test equipment

• Create, review, and release test work orders.

• Configure and operate data acquisition systems, and associated instrumentation

• Analyze test data, generate test reports, and disposition anomalies in collaboration with design, test, and quality engineering

• Maintain test equipment calibration, facility readiness, and compliance with AS9100 and internal quality management system requirements

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 year Associates degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology

• 8+ years of industry experience with electrical/electro-mechanical assemblies

• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures

• Procient in the use of standard electronic lab test and troubleshooting equipment

• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and desire for continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S degree in electrical engineering

• Working knowledge of EMI/EMC testing per MIL-STD-461 test methods

• Working knowledge of digital circuits, analog circuits, computers, microprocessors, and networks

• Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Windchill, JIRA) and digital work order execution systems

• IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 certification, or NASA workmanship standards experience

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $124,476.00 - $174,265.35

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 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
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Benefits

• Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an 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 the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust, equality, and teamwork. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the Washington Fair Chance Act, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. For more information on "Know Your Rights," please see here.

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