Test Engineer I (Early Career)

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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.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and test operations engineers, you will support development, construction, the operation and maintenance of liquid rocket engine test facilities for various spaceflight systems. You will contribute to the team's progress by participating in all aspects of hands-on engineering and project management.

In this role you will design, construct, operate, and maintain test facilities to support the development and production of liquid rocket engines. This position will require you to generate and execute test procedures involving high pressure gas systems and cryogenic and non-cryogenic fluids 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 (manage vendors and subcontractors), plan and oversee facility maintenance and/or construction for new facility capabilities, and contribute to program management efforts (schedule, configuration, quality, cost, and process safety management). In addition, you will help in identifying opportunities for continuous improvements, promote workplace safety, meet demanding schedules, and secure cost savings. In short, 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 and essential for success!

Minimum Qualifications:

• BS degree in engineering
• 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
• 1+ years of experience of rocket engine testing experience
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
• Must be eligible to gain access to Redstone Arsenal.
• 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.

Physical Requirements:

• Test Operations is a physically active, all four (4) seasons role with both indoor and outdoor work requirements, to include rain, wind, cold, heat, & humidity.
• In addition to outside elements, this role requires:
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs
• Ability to work at heights

Preferred Qualifications:

• 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

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.

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, Road Test, Hours of Service, Drug and Alcohol Testing (CDL drivers only), vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.

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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