Sr. Test Engineer

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 145,188 - 203,263; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

401(k) match

Education Support Program

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Washington state seeks an Electrical Test Lead to drive high‑rate production of Terawave satellite vehicles. You will own the test strategy, lead technicians and test engineers, and coordinate with Manufacturing, Systems Engineering and Mission Assurance to protect quality and throughput.

Requires a Bachelor's in Electrical or Systems Engineering and 7+ years in electrical test with leadership experience; proficiency with standard test equipment and test automation is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering.
• 7+ years in electrical test, with 2+ years in lead/supervisory roles.
• Experience leading electrical test in a high-rate, high‑complexity production environment.
• Proficiency in reading schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents.
• Hands‑on experience with oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, and data acquisition systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day electrical test operations across production vehicles, including harness continuity and subsystem functional testing.
• Own and maintain test procedures, calibration plans, and test scripts for all production phases.
• Drive test flow improvements to reduce cycle time and support rate increases while maintaining coverage.
• Manage a team of test technicians and test engineers; provide mentorship and assign work.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Mission Assurance to disposition test anomalies and nonconformances.
• Maintain real‑time test status visibility and report production metrics such as first‑pass yield and throughput.

Skills

Electrical test leadership

High-rate production

Schematic interpretation

Test equipment proficiency

Test automation

Data analysis

Team mentorship

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Systems Engineering

Tools

Oscilloscopes

DMMs

Power supplies

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Overview

Blue Origin is developing reusable, safe, and low‑cost space vehicles and systems. This role is part of Operations, supporting Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance across all facilities. It is located within the TeraWave business unit, a newly announced satellite communications network providing enterprise‑grade connectivity via 5,408 satellites.

Position Summary

Electrical Test Lead to lead high‑rate production of satellite vehicles on the Terawave program. Own and execute electrical test strategy, lead technicians and test engineers, drive throughput while maintaining quality, and interface between test, design, manufacturing, and mission assurance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day‑to‑day electrical test operations across production vehicles, including harness continuity, subsystem functional testing, integrated vehicle verification, and pre‑ship acceptance testing.
• Own and maintain test procedures, test equipment calibration plans, and test scripts for all production test phases.
• Drive test flow improvements to reduce cycle time and support rate increases while maintaining coverage.
• Manage a team of test technicians and test engineers; provide mentorship, assign work, and maintain readiness.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering, Systems Engineering, and Mission Assurance to disposition test anomalies, nonconformances, and open items.
• Maintain real‑time test status visibility and report production metrics including first‑pass yield, defect escapes, and throughput.
• Identify and implement test automation opportunities to reduce manual test burden at rate.
• Own the electrical GSE suite—coordinate maintenance, calibration, and configuration control.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action for test failures and escaped defects.
• Interface with design engineering to ensure test coverage of critical parameters and provide feedback for design‑for‑test improvements.
• Participate in design reviews representing the test organization.
• Ensure compliance with applicable standards (e.g., ESD controls, torque verification, workmanship standards).

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical test, with at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory capacity.
• Experience leading electrical test in a high‑rate, high‑complexity production environment (aerospace, automotive, defense electronics, industrial systems, or similar).
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and interface control documents.
• Hands‑on experience with standard electrical test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, data acquisition systems).
• Demonstrated ability to manage test schedules, prioritize competing demands, and drive decisions in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Experience with nonconformance management, anomaly disposition, and corrective action processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to brief anomalies and status to program leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience on programs with production rates of 6+ vehicles or units per year.
• Background in spacecraft, launch vehicle, EV/automotive electronics, medical devices, or defense systems.
• Experience developing or executing automated test systems (Python, LabVIEW, CANoe, or similar).
• Familiarity with harness/wiring test methods (continuity, isolation, dielectric withstand).
• Background in RF testing, power system testing, or embedded electronics verification.
• Familiarity with quality management systems (AS9100, IATF 16949, ISO 9001) and production quality metrics.
• Experience supporting customer witness tests or acceptance test reviews.
• ESD handling and workmanship standards experience (IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 or equivalent).

Compensation

Base Pay Range for WA applicants: $145,188.00 – $203,263.20. Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance.
• Paid parental leave, short‑term and long‑term disability, 401(k) with up to 5% company match, and Education Support Program.
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week).
• Paid Time Off: Up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Additional benefits and bonuses may be available depending on role type and job level; eligibility is not guaranteed.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is a proud Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. We are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing a highly qualified workforce and provide all qualified applicants with equal opportunities for hire and promotion irrespective of protected characteristics. For more information on “Know Your Rights,” please see the company website.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background Check.
• Required for certain job profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if the role requires presence on a military installation.
• Drivers operating commercial motor vehicles may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations, including Driver Qualification Files, Medical Certification, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing, and vehicle inspection requirements.
• Eligible for certain roles: Ability to obtain and maintain a Merchant Mariner Credential, including pre‑employment and random drug testing and DOT physical.

Export Control Regulations

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Contact

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans or requesting accommodations should contact [e-mail]. Please do not include personal medical information in your request.