Test Engineer - Avionics, Instruments & GNC II

Blue Origin LLC; United States; On-site; USD 107,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Education Support Program

Stock options

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an avionics test engineer to support the development and operations of flight avionics hardware. You will develop and execute test campaigns and coordinate with Avionics owners, integration and test engineers, and operations personnel for reliable reusable launch vehicle hardware.

BS in electrical or computer engineering and 3+ years of hands-on testing experience are required, along with EMI/EMC knowledge and willingness to travel to remote sites for extended periods.

Qualifications

• BS in electrical or computer engineering or related field.
• 3+ years hands-on experience operating test chambers and automated test equipment.
• Knowledge of EMI/EMC standards and circuit fundamentals.
• Ability to travel to remote sites for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain avionics test plans and automated test equipment in compliance with company standards.
• Develop and maintain test standards, interface with subsystem stakeholders, and support procurement of capital equipment to maintain test readiness.
• Validation of automated test equipment and systems.
• Facilitate performance testing, calibration, environmental testing of avionics development hardware per test plans.
• Provide support to identify root cause for failures and manage the rework of prototype hardware during development test and debug cycles.
• Establish and maintain test result metrics to support continuous improvement in data reduction, retention, and reporting methods and standards.
• Maintain automated test equipment configuration control and traceability to support quality audits.
• Facilitate transition of development avionics hardware into production.

Skills

Electronics basics

EMI/EMC standards

Hardware lifecycle

Hands-on testing

Communication skills

Education

B.S. in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

Job description

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 supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single‑configuration, heavy‑lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low‑Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human‑capable. As part of a small, passionate and accomplished team of experts, you will be responsible for executing test campaigns in support of manufacturing and qualifying flight avionics hardware. You will coordinate test system requirements with Avionics subsystem owners, integration and test engineers, and operations personnel. This hands‑on position requires experience in developing and validating environmental and EMI/EMC test plans and executing test campaigns to produce reliable flight hardware for re‑usable launch vehicles. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain avionics test plans and automated test equipment in compliance with company standards
• Develop and maintain test standards, interface with subsystem stakeholders, and support procurement of capital equipment to maintain test readiness
• Validation of automated test equipment and systems
• Facilitate performance testing, calibration, environmental testing of avionics development hardware per test plans
• Provide support to identify root cause for failures and manage the rework of prototype hardware during development test and debug cycles
• Establish and maintain test result metrics to support continuous improvement in data reduction, retention, and reporting methods and standards
• Maintain automated test equipment configuration control and traceability to support quality audits
• Facilitate transition of development avionics hardware into production

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a B.S. in electrical, computer engineering or related field
• 3+ years of hands‑on experience operating and maintaining test chambers and automated test and measurement equipment
• Sound knowledge of electronics, electrical circuit fundamentals
• Sound knowledge of EMI/EMC standards, IEC & automotive standards or equivalent
• Familiar with hardware development life cycle
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Passion for hands‑on problem solving and avionics integration and test
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs
• Ability to travel to and work at remote sites for extended periods supporting test integration, commissioning, and training

Desired:

• 5+ years of integrated test and operations experience (aircraft, launch vehicles, spacecraft, racing teams)
• Experience managing complex projects combining hardware, firmware, and software
• Experience leading the development and testing of real‑time embedded systems with a focus on modular and extensible architectures
• Experience developing hardware to IPC J‑STD‑0001xS, IPC/WHMA‑A‑620x‑S, and/or NASA‑STD‑8739.n standards
• Experience with safety‑critical systems development (automotive, aerospace, medical, etc.)
• Experience with RF communications hardware, including transceivers, low noise amplifiers (LNA), and antennas

Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $107,136.00 - $149,990.40

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.

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 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.

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