Test Technician II

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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!
We are a diverse 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.
We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!
This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Facilities, and Security. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.
As part of a diverse and hardworking team of technicians, you will build launch vehicles, spacecraft, and launch facility systems. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of and responsible for manufacturing, assembling, and supporting hardware testing that meets Blue Origin's program requirements. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight.
Special Mentions

• Relocation provided
• Shifts available: First, Second Shift, and Weekend Day Shift
  
  • First: Monday - Thursday (5 am - 3:30 pm)
  • Second: Monday - Thursday (3 pm - 1:30 am)
  • Weekend: Friday - Sunday (5 am - 5:30 pm)

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Work directly with a small team operating and maintaining the environmental test equipment used for the development and acceptance testing of flight hardware.
• Conduct hands-on environmental stress screening (thermal, vibration, and pressure) on flight hardware by company-outlined procedures.
• Assist with installation, operation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of vibration tables, vacuum chambers, and other test equipment.
• Assisting with process documentation and controls
• Perform testing and certification of the test equipment.
• Coordinate with test engineers and engage with management on daily test activities.
• Clean machines, equipment, and work areas by 5S standards and management guidance.
• Setup and safely operate high energy systems (e.g., high-pressure gas)
• Conduct and/or oversee several test projects simultaneously while supporting operations schedules.
• Configure test setups, fixtures, and instrumentation per test plans and standards.
• Identify, communicate, and mitigate cost, schedule, and technical risks

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent with a minimum of 2 years of experience in related tasks.
• 2 years of environmental test experience or exposure to at least one of the following: Inspection, Specification Performance, Leakage, Shock, Vibe, Static Load, Thermal Cycle, Thermal Vacuum, Environments other than Air, Pressure, and Proof.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent organizational skills including work prioritization, scheduling, and providing succinct status reports.
• Ability to self-start, find clarity in ambiguous situations, earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Knowledge/experience in manufacturing and test processes and procedures.
• Strong ability to comprehend technical work instructions.
• High attention to detail
• Demonstrated familiarity with data acquisition systems, data analysis, and data processing.
• Strong safety mindset and experience, including hands-on experience planning and conducting hazardous or critical operations.
• Experience with drawings, shop orders, and detailed work instructions.
• Experience with test electronic, hydrostatic, and pneumatic test equipment.
• Experience with various types of gages, instruments, and measuring devices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with software systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Physically able to climb ladders and stairs and lift and carry 50 lbs. for limited durations.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Associate degree in a relevant field
• Overhead crane and rigging experience.
• Experience with Manufacturing Execution Systems, Non-conformance systems, Ticketed request systems, and order scheduling systems
• Experience using and maintaining calibrated equipment.
• Experience with GSE/Fittings
• Ability to utilize test instrumentation and control components: pressure transducers, thermocouples, RTDs, strain gauges, accelerometers, flow meters, load cells, relays, and solenoid valves, preferred.
• Ability to read and understand mechanical and electrical schematics and reports.
• Experience using test instrumentation and control components.
• Familiarity with National Instruments (LabVIEW / Test Stand)

Compensation Range for:
WA applicants is $29.03-$40.65
Other site ranges may differ
Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.
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.
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.
Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.
Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.
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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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 "EEO Is the Law," please see here.
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