Test Engineer II | Engines (XEEx)

Blue Origin; Van Horn (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Parental leave

Disability insurance

401(k) with company match

Education Support Program

Stock options for regular employees

Paid time off

Job summary

Blue Origin is seeking an engineer to develop, operate, and maintain the XEEx test facilities for liquid rocket engines in Texas. You will craft test procedures, analyze data, and ensure facility health while coordinating with vendors and internal teams.

The role emphasizes hands-on engineering, project leadership, and a commitment to safety and quality in a fast-paced environment that advances human spaceflight.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or related field.
• 2+ years in a testing environment or hands-on engineering role.
• Strong fundamentals in engineering and testing.
• Data analysis familiarity.
• Understanding of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics.
• Project management and leadership experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• U.S. citizenship or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Develop, construct, operate, and maintain test facilities for liquid rocket engines.
• Create and implement test procedures for high pressure gas and cryogenic systems.
• Review test data to assess facility health and performance.
• Specify and procure components; manage vendors and subcontractors.
• Plan facility maintenance and build new capabilities.
• Contribute to schedule, quality, cost, and safety management.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvements in safety and efficiency.

Skills

Engineering fundamentals

Data analysis

Fluid dynamics

Thermodynamics

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Ownership mindset

Team collaboration

Emergency decision making

Education

BS degree in engineering or related field

Tools

LabVIEW

MATLAB

Creo (CAD)

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 maintaining the Extreme Engine Experiments (XEEx) 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
• 2+ years of experience in a testing environment or related hands‑on engineering role
• Understanding of engineering and testing fundamentals
• Proven familiarity with data analysis
• Understanding in technical fundamentals of fluid dynamics and thermodynamics
• Project management, team leadership, and interpersonal skills
• Strong technical and non‑technical writing and verbal skills
• Desire to take ownership of projects
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a teamAbility to make quick, sound decisions in emergency situations while maintaining composure under stress
• 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

• Professional experience with gas turbine or rocket engine testing
• Experience designing, fabricating, or operating fluid systems
• Knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, flow meters
• Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, or other control/data acquisition software
• Familiarity with CAD applications (Creo preferred)
• Familiarity with performing hazard analysis in testing
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and to orchestrate a team of engineers and technicians in the execution of high‑consequence test operations

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

• 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

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