Test Engineer II

Blue Origin LLC; Alabama; On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

Paid parental leave

Short/long-term disability

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an experienced test facility engineer to develop, operate, and maintain liquid rocket engine test facilities at Redstone Arsenal-adjacent sites. You will lead cross-disciplinary teams, review test data, procure components, and contribute to safety, quality, and cost goals.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, project management, and collaboration with subcontractors to meet ambitious test cadences while ensuring compliance with export controls and safety requirements.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• Strong background in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
• Strong project management, team leadership, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong technical and non-technical writing and verbal skills.
• Desire to take ownership of projects.
• 2-3 years of Industry Experience in rocket engine testing.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships.
• Must be eligible to gain access to Redstone Arsenal
• Shift work and extra hours as needed
• 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

Responsibilities

• Develop, construct, operate, and maintain test facilities to support the development and production of liquid rocket engines
• Generate and implement test procedures involving high pressure inert and non-inert gas systems and cryogenic fluid systems
• Review and interpret test data to assess facility health and performance both at the system and component level
• Specify and procure components and materials; handle vendors and subcontractors
• Plan and complete facility maintenance and construction of new facility capabilities
• Contribute to schedule, configuration, quality, cost, and process safety management
• Find opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety, meet demanding schedules, and secure cost savings

Skills

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Project management

Team leadership

Interpersonal skills

Technical writing

Verbal skills

Ownership of projects

Education

BS degree in engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

AutoCAD P&ID

Creo

Windchill

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 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. Working with a small, hardworking, and accomplished team, you will focus on developing, constructing, operating, and testing at the 4670 test facility. These facilities support Blue Origin engines powered by liquid propellants. You will contribute to the progress of the test stand by participating in all aspects of hands-on engineering, and project management. Furthermore, you will play a significant role in the team’s ability to meet an ambitious test cadence. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities

• Develop, construct, operate, and maintain test facilities to support the development and production of liquid rocket engines
• Generate and implement test procedures involving high pressure inert and non-inert gas systems and cryogenic fluid systems
• Review and interpret test data to assess facility health and performance both at the system and component level
• Specify and procure components and materials; handle vendors and subcontractors
• Plan and complete facility maintenance and construction of new facility capabilities
• Contribute to schedule, configuration, quality, cost, and process safety management
• Find opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety, meet demanding schedules, and secure cost savings

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field
• Strong background in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics
• Strong project management, team leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical and non-technical writing and verbal skills
• Desire to take ownership of projects
• 2-3 years of Industry Experience in rocket engine testing
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships
• Must be eligible to gain access to Redstone Arsenal
• Shift work and extra hours as needed
• 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

• Expertise in liquid rocket engine test stand design, operation and maintenance of: Pressurized Gas Systems, Cryogenic Fluid Systems, specifically LH2, LOX, LNG, and LN2 Instrumentation or DAC systems, Liquid rocket propulsion systems
• Technical expertise in component and system level testing of propulsion and spaceflight hardware through development, qualification, and acceptance test campaigns
• Expertise in the following: Working with technicians to perform work on test facilities, handle test articles and lead test operations, Performing process hazard and root cause analyses, Sizing, selecting and troubleshooting fluid system components and instrumentation, Operating, troubleshooting and writing software for data acquisition and control systems, Familiar with the following software: LabVIEW, AutoCAD P&ID, Winplot, Windchill, Creo
• Knowledge of fabrication and integration processes, systems engineering and quality control practices

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, 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

• 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%
• 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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We're committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves. Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

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