Systems Engineer III, Integration and Test

Blue Origin LLC; Kent (WA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin seeks a Systems Engineer III, Test Engineering to lead verification and validation efforts for complex aerospace systems in a hands-on testing environment. You will develop test plans, analyze results, and collaborate with design and systems teams to ensure verifiable requirements and robust test coverage.

The role emphasizes building and maintaining test facilities, automating procedures, and presenting findings to customers. On-site, full-time position with potential travel.

Qualifications

• BS in Aerospace, Mechanical, Electrical or related technical discipline.
• 5+ years in a test engineering or systems engineering role.
• Proven experience with developing and executing test plans and procedures.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles: requirements, verification, validation.
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis tools (LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python).

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for system-level verification and validation.
• Design, build, and maintain test facilities, equipment, and software.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and root causes of failures.
• Collaborate with design and systems engineers to ensure verifiability and complete coverage.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues found during testing.
• Prepare and present test reports to internal and external customers.
• Automate test procedures to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on system design to improve testability.

Skills

Test planning

Systems engineering

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace/Mechanical/Electrical Eng

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Systems Engineer III, Test Engineering

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 a Systems Engineer III, Test Engineering, you will play a crucial role in the verification and validation of complex systems. You will be responsible for developing and executing test plans, analyzing test data, and ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and reliability. This role requires a strong foundation in systems engineering principles and a passion for hands‑on testing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans, procedures, and schedules for system-level verification and validation.
• Design, build, and maintain test facilities, equipment, and software.
• Analyze test data to identify trends, anomalies, and root causes of failures.
• Collaborate with design and systems engineers to ensure that requirements are verifiable and that test plans provide complete coverage.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues found during testing.
• Prepare and present test reports to internal and external customers.
• Automate test procedures to improve efficiency and repeatability.
• Participate in design reviews and provide feedback on system design to improve testability.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in a test engineering or systems engineering role.
• Proven experience with the development and execution of test plans and procedures.
• Strong understanding of systems engineering principles, including requirements analysis, verification, and validation.
• Experience with data acquisition and analysis tools (e.g., LabVIEW, MATLAB, Python).
• Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Science in a related technical discipline.
• Experience with the testing of complex integrated systems, such as launch vehicles, spacecraft, or aircraft.
• Knowledge of environmental testing (e.g., vibration, shock, thermal, vacuum).
• Experience with automated testing and test script development.
• Familiarity with industry standards for testing and qualification.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong project management skills.

Employment Information

• Full-time, on-site position.
• Some travel may be required.

Base Pay Range

• For WA applicants: $121,023.00 - $169,432.20
• Other site ranges may differ.

Benefits

• 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.

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 (current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

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.

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. Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [e-mail]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves.

Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.