Technician - Test & Launch Ops | All Levels All Shifts

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,081 - 47,706; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation provided

Medical, dental, vision, basic and ABD

Paid Time Off: 4 weeks/year + holidays

Stock Options

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking a hands-on technician to support environmental test equipment used for flight hardware acceptance. You will perform tests, troubleshoot, and assist with installation and maintenance in a fast-paced lab environment.

The role requires strong communication, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a team to ensure testing runs on schedule. Relocation may be provided, and a comprehensive benefits package is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills including work prioritization, scheduling, and providing succinct status reports.
• Ability to self-start and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Knowledge/experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
• Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with a team operating and maintaining environmental test equipment used for acceptance testing of flight hardware.
• Perform acceptance tests on flight hardware following written instructions.
• Conduct hands‑on environmental stress screening (thermal, vibration, and pressure) on with company outlined procedures.
• Assist with installation, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of vibration tables, thermal chambers, pressure systems, DAQ equipment.
• Coordinate with test engineers and engage with management on daily test activities.
• Clean and perform maintenance on machines, equipment, and work areas in accordance with 5S standards and maintenance program.
• Support several test projects simultaneously to meet operations schedules.
• Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation per test plans and standards.
• Collaborate with Test Engineers to detail work instructions and ensure clear instructions.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.

Skills

Good communication

Detail oriented

Teamwork

Self-starting

Problem solving

Strong organizational skills

Safety mindset

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate or technical degree

Tools

National Instruments

Dewesoft

Arduino (LabVIEW/Test Stand)

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!

Job Description Summary

Provides tactical and technical support to Engineering/Production/Manufacturing by performing activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electro/mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.

Special Mentions

• Relocation provided

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work directly with a team operating and maintaining the environmental test equipment used for acceptance testing of flight hardware.
• Perform acceptance tests on flight hardware following written instructions.
• Conduct hands‑on environmental stress screening (thermal, vibration, and pressure) on with company outlined procedures.
• Assist with installation, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of vibration tables, thermal chambers, pressure systems, DAQ equipment including PTs, TCs, voltage, and current mass flow meters.
• Coordinate with test engineers and engage with management on daily test activities.
• Clean and perform maintenance on machines, equipment, and work areas in accordance with 5S standards and maintenance program.
• Support several test projects simultaneously to meet operations schedules.
• Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation per test plans and standards.
• Collaborate with Test Engineers to accurately detail work instructions ensuring clear concise instructions.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills including work prioritization, scheduling, and providing succinct status reports.
• Ability to self‑start, find clarity in ambiguous situations, earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Knowledge/experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
• Strong ability to comprehend technical work instructions.
• High attention to detail.
• Strong safety approach and experience, including hands‑on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations.
• Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.
• Experience with electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic test equipment.
• Experience with various types of gages, instruments and measuring devices.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Some experience with software systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Physically able to climb ladders and stairs and lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or technical degree in a relevant field.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance systems, ticketed request systems and order scheduling systems.
• Experience using and maintaining calibrated equipment.
• Experience with mechanical and pressure systems.
• Ability to apply test instrumentation and control components such as pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, and solenoid valves is preferred.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and reports.
• Experience with test instrumentation integration systems.
• Familiarity with National Instruments, Dewesoft, or Arduino (LabVIEW/Test Stand).

Base Pay Range for WA applicants

$24.74 - $34.63. Other site ranges may differ.

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.
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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 … (ellipsis to keep original).

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. 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin's affirmative action plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation 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.