Test Engineer II — Space Test Facilities Lead

Blue Origin; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Stock options

Education Support Program

Job summary

Blue Origin in Washington state is seeking an engineer to support the design, construction, and operation of test facilities for propulsion and fluid systems. This hands-on role involves planning, executing test campaigns, and coordinating with internal customers.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least two years' experience with test facilities; candidates should be safety-minded, able to work under pressure, and willing to support weekend or second shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• 2+ years of experience designing, developing, or operating test facilities.
• Knowledge of fluids; cryogenic and monopropellants preferred.
• Ability to understand complex systems and solve challenging problems.
• Safety mindset and ability to work under pressure.
• Willing to support weekend and second shift as needed.
• U.S. citizen or eligible to work in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, fabricate, install and operate test facilities.
• Develop and execute test plans; perform data reduction.
• Lead daily test operations and coordinate with internal customers.
• Troubleshoot fluid and instrumentation systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and safety investigations.
• Plan and oversee facility maintenance.
• Identify opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings.
• Design, procure and install components; manage vendors during installation.
• Provide status updates to stakeholders and collaborate with teams.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Safety conscious

Strong communication

Problem solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in engineering

Tools

LabView

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Blue Origin in Washington state is seeking an engineer to support the design, construction, and operation of test facilities for propulsion and fluid systems. This hands-on role involves planning, executing test campaigns, and coordinating with internal customers.

The position requires a bachelor's degree in engineering and at least two years' experience with test facilities; candidates should be safety-minded, able to work under pressure, and willing to support weekend or second shifts.