Technician - Avionics II (Engines)

InvestedintheMission; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 41,204 - 57,680; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Stock options

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin is looking for an experienced Avionics Technician to provide technical support in assembling and repairing avionic equipment. This includes working on flight and non-flight systems while ensuring safety and quality standards are met.

The ideal candidate has over 3 years of experience in aerospace manufacturing, precision calibration tool expertise, and a strong ability to interpret technical documentation. The position offers competitive pay and various benefits including medical insurance and stock options.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience Level II in aerospace manufacturing or a related field.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights or in confined spaces.
• Expertise with adhesives, sealants, and fasteners.
• Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and install avionic equipment for flight and non-flight systems.
• Perform functional testing and operational checkout of avionics equipment.
• Diagnose, repair, and modify avionic hardware as required.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace while applying safety principles.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects.

Skills

Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Precision calibration tools operation

Basic computer applications proficiency

Meticulous attention to detail

Collaborative teamwork skills

Education

3+ years of experience in aerospace manufacturing

Tools

Torque wrenches

Micrometers

Digital multimeter

Job description

Position Overview

As an Avionics Technician at Blue Origin, you will provide tactical and technical support to engineering, production, and manufacturing teams by fabricating, testing, repairing, and installing avionic equipment for both flight and non‑flight systems. You will work from schematics, diagrams, and detailed written instructions to assemble, validate, troubleshoot, and upgrade avionics components such as wire harnesses, sensors, and flight control devices. Your responsibilities span the entire lifecycle of avionics equipment, ensuring every system meets the highest standards of safety and mission readiness across both prototype and operational hardware.

Position Specific Details

• Shifts: A Mon‑Fri 6am‑2:30pm, B Mon‑Fri 2pm‑10:30pm, C Fri‑Sun 6am‑6:30pm, D Fri‑Sun 6pm‑6:30am
• Location: Space Coast, FL
• Relocation: Available

Key Responsibilities

• Fabricate, assemble, and install avionic equipment—including wire harnesses, sensors, avionics boxes, and instrumentation—for both flight and non‑flight systems.
• Perform functional testing, validation, and operational checkout of avionics equipment using test apparatus such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized diagnostic tools.
• Diagnose, repair, and modify avionic hardware as required, using schematics, diagrams, and detailed work instructions.
• Operate precision calibrated tools (e.g., torque wrenches, micrometers) to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
• Mate/demate harnesses, route cables, perform soldering, crimping, connector rework, and sensor installations to aerospace standards.
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance activities proactively during production and as part of continuous improvement efforts.
• Maintain a clean, organized workspace and apply 5S principles for safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to support projects and share technical expertise.
• Accurately document work completed and provide timely feedback to engineering and quality teams.

Team Focus & Domain Expertise

This role is part of the Engines, In‑Space Systems and Test Ops group and is in Kent but supports the Lunar Permanence group. As part of a hardworking team of technicians, you will assemble, repair, and evaluate electrical and mechanical assemblies, and contribute to the production, evaluation, and development of flight‑grade Lunar Avionics assemblies.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience Level II in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or a related field.
• Ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
• Experience with precision calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights (work stands, ladders, lifts) and/or in confined spaces.
• Expertise with adhesives, sealants, and fasteners.
• Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Windows and Microsoft Office suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified in IPC/WHMA‑A‑620 Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies, J‑STD‑001 Solder (including Space Addendum), NASA‑STD‑8739.4.
• Experience with spaceflight hardware assembly, integration, and test.
• Skilled in soldering, crimping, connector rework, and basic harness fabrication and repair.
• Ability to test and install sensors such as accelerometers, thermocouples, pressure sensors, strain gages, microphones, RTDs, and cameras.
• Experience in cable routing, mating/demating harnesses, part marking, and safety cabling.
• Use of digital multimeter for continuity, resistance, and voltage readings.
• Confidence in reading and interpreting 2D drawings, basic measurement techniques, and using hand tools.
• Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
• Demonstrated success in hands‑on roles, with a continuous improvement mindset and ability to adapt in fast‑paced, evolving environments.
• Previous experience supporting both flight and non‑flight/ground support systems.

Compensation Range

WA applicants: $29.91 – $41.87 per hour. 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 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 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 workforce. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications, performance, and abilities. All qualified applicants for employment and employees have 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.