Technician - Mechanical Integration | All Shifts All Levels Hardware

Frontdoor Defense; Texas; On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking experienced Technicians for Mechanical Integration to oversee the installation, testing, and maintenance of rocket engine test stand hardware. This role is vital in supporting the development of liquid rocket engine test facilities and ensuring operational excellence during test procedures.

Qualified candidates will have 3+ years in rocket engine testing, be proficient with mechanical tools, and capable of working with safety critical hardware. Attractive relocation assistance and a competitive benefits package are available.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in rocket engine or jet engine testing, or rocket engine test facility support.
• Ability to work with test and flight safety critical hardware.
• Experience with pneumatic and propellant systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee installation, testing, and maintenance of rocket engine test stand hardware.
• Support development and construction of liquid rocket engine test facilities.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvements to promote safety.

Skills

Test and flight safety critical hardware

Standard mechanical tools

Pneumatic and propellant systems

Education

3+ years in rocket engine or jet engine testing

Tools

Heavy lifting equipment

Job description

Technician - Mechanical Integration | All Shifts All Levels

Oversee installation, testing, and maintenance of the rocket engine test stand hardware.

Location: Van Horn, Texas, United States

Job Tags: Hardware

About The Role

Blue Origin Rocket Engine Test Technician

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 Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will support the development and construction of liquid rocket engine test facilities for various spaceflight systems reporting to the Shift Leader. You will demonstrate operational excellence in test stand procedure execution, reviewing, improving, and following test procedures and processes. Working with engineers on planning and executing assembly for complex mechanical systems, you will fabricate, install tubing, and associated valves and components perform rocket engine test stand. We will rely on you to lead rebuilding, troubleshooting and maintenance as required on all mechanical, hydraulic, cryogenic systems and ground support equipment. You will safely work with and around hazardous chemicals and high pressure fluid systems. Finally, you will identify opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety, achieve cost-savings, and make test stand operations more streamlined and consistent. This position will directly influence the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Requirements

Anomaly Response

• Deploy to any Blue Origin site within 48 hours of an anomaly response request (desired within 24 hours)
• Execute high-priority troubleshooting, maintenance, and integration tasks during anomaly and outage events
• Support general team missions in priority order:

Primary: Anomaly Response

Secondary: Outage Response

Tertiary: General Support (CI, Strategic Objectives, Engine Tech Support, Maintenance, Test Stand Support, Launch Support)

Work Schedule & Rotation

• Base Schedule: 8 days on / 6 days off (8/6 rotation), Monday through Monday on B rotation
• Standard Hours: 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM (subject to change based on operational needs)
• Remaining Days Off: May be fully or partially rescinded for mandatory anomaly response, or employees may be requested (non-mandatory) to support a company priority
• Overtime: Expected during anomaly response periods; minimized outside of anomalies to keep the team rested and ready

Off-Site Deployments

• Deployments may last up to 28 days at a time
• Minimum 3 days off provided within each deployment period
• No more than 14 consecutive days worked during a deployment
• Following a 4-week deployment, a minimum 7-day rest period is provided, extendable up to 12 days upon anomaly resolution

PTO Policy

• Pre-planned PTO will be honored
• New PTO requests submitted during an active anomaly response will be considered but are likely to be declined unless a strong rationale is provided

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 50% of the time
• Shifts available: B Rotation
• Interviews will include a technical assessment
• 4 positions available

Van Horn Specific Information

Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee's additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years in rocket engine or jet engine testing, or rocket engine test facility support
• Ability to work with test and flight safety critical hardware
• Ability to work with standard mechanical tools and shop fabrication equipment
• Experience with pneumatic and propellant systems

  Preferred Qualifications

  • 7+ years' experience in propulsion facility/system or launch vehicle operation, integration or maintenance
  • Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including Liquid Oxygen, Liquid Hydrogen, and other cryogenics
  • Familiar with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safety
  • Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware.

  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
  • 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 (CDL drivers only), 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

  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