Technician - Test & Launch Ops Hardware

Front Door Defense; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 34,081 - 47,706; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Blue Origin in Seattle is seeking an Environmental Test Technician to perform hands-on environmental testing of flight hardware in preparation for spaceflight. The candidate will operate and maintain environmental test equipment while ensuring adherence to safety standards.

The ideal individual will have a high school diploma and experience in a testing or aerospace environment, coupled with strong communication skills and a safety mindset. This role offers the chance to contribute directly to the evolution of space exploration.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience with mechanical assemblies.
• 1+ years of experience in a test lab, manufacturing, or aerospace environment.
• Basic familiarity with data acquisition systems and electronic test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform thermal, vibration, shock, and vacuum testing on flight hardware.
• Support setup and operation of high energy systems under supervision.
• Operate and maintain environmental test equipment.

Skills

Mechanical assemblies

Hand tools

Precision measuring instruments

Communication skills

Safety mindset

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

A.S. in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Data acquisition systems

Job description

Technician - Test & Launch Ops

Perform hands-on environmental testing of flight hardware to verify readiness and safety for spaceflight

Location: Seattle

Compensation: $25 - 35 USD / hour

Job Tags: Hardware

About The Role

Environmental 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.

We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

As part of a hardworking team of specialists, you'll perform environmental testing of flight hardware for various spaceflight systems. In this hands-on position you'll work directly with a small team operating and maintaining the environmental test equipment we use for development and acceptance testing of flight hardware.

Responsibilities:

• Perform hands-on thermal, vibration, shock, and vacuum testing on flight hardware in accordance with MIL-STD-810, SMC-S-016, and MIL-STD-1540 under the direction of senior technicians or engineers
• Work safely with test, flight, and safety-critical hardware, tools, and shop equipment
• Support setup and operation of high energy systems (e.g., high pressure gas and electrical) under supervision
• Operate and maintain environmental test equipment including data acquisition systems, environmental chambers, vibration systems, and instrumentation systems
• Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation per test plans and standards
• Support generation of test reports, procedures, and work instructions under guidance from senior staff
• Maintain cleanliness of test equipment and test lab
• Participate in Process/Job Hazard Assessments
• Communicate issues, observations, and status updates clearly to team leads and engineers
• Willing to work weekends and overtime as required by test operations

Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience with mechanical assemblies, hand tools, and precision measuring instruments (torque wrenches, calipers, DMMs)
• 1+ years of experience in a test lab, manufacturing, or aerospace environment
• Basic familiarity with data acquisition systems and electronic test equipment
• Ability to follow written test procedures and work instructions with attention to detail
• Strong safety mindset with the ability to identify and report hazardous conditions
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and self‑starting skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Able to lift up to 40 lbs and stand for extended periods
• 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

Desired:

• A.S. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, Instrumentation, or related STEM field
• Exposure to one or more environmental test disciplines: thermal, thermal vacuum, vibration, shock, or acoustic
• Experience testing aerospace or similarly high‑traceability hardware (aerospace, medical, defense)
• Familiarity with test instrumentation and control components including thermocouples, RTDs, accelerometers, strain gauges, pressure transducers, flow meters, and load cells
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical and electrical schematics, engineering drawings, and technical reports
• Experience with FOD/ESD controls and clean room requirements
• Experience with high pressure, hydraulic, or cryogenic system handling
• Familiarity with 5S and lean principles
• Availability for weekend shifts or overtime as required
• Position level commensurate with experience

Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $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
• 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 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 Affi ative 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.