Systems Engineer III, Integration and Test

Blue Origin LLC; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 121,000 - 169,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Stock options

Parental leave

Job summary

Blue Origin LLC in the United States is seeking a Systems Engineer III in Test Engineering to verify and validate complex systems. You will develop test plans, build facilities, analyze data, and report results to customers.

You will collaborate with design and systems engineers to ensure verifiable requirements, automate tests, and contribute to design reviews. This full-time, on-site role offers growth in aerospace testing and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related technical discipline and 5+ years in test or systems engineering.
• Experience with test plans, verification, and validation processes.
• Proficiency in data acquisition and analysis tools such as 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 requirements are verifiable and test coverage complete.
• Troubleshoot issues, prepare test reports, and automate test procedures to improve efficiency.
• Participate in design reviews to improve testability.

Skills

Requirements analysis

Verification & Validation

Test plan development

Data analysis

Hands-on testing

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in Aerospace Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Python

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 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 include but are not limited to: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.This is a full-time, on-site position. Some travel may be required.Base Pay Range for:WA applicants is $121,023.00 - $169,432.20Other site ranges may differCulture StatementDon’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 RegulationsApplicants 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 CheckRequired for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 physicalBenefitsBenefits 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 OpportunityBlue 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.Affirmative Action and Disability AccommodationApplicants 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.