Engine Instrumentation Specialist
3 days ago
Blue Origin is seeking a highly skilled and motivated individual to join our Test Operations team as an Engine Instrumentation Specialist. In this role, you will be responsible for providing centralized support to business units with a focus on the design, build, and maintenance of ground systems, test, and launch facilities across multiple locations.
Key Responsibilities- Perform hands-on maintenance or modifications to engines.
- Perform fabrication, installation, and checkout of wire harnesses.
- Test article integration and checkout.
- Perform flight hardware and instrumentation systems inspections.
- Review, edit, and follow test procedures and processes.
- Operation of test facility and ground support equipment.
- General troubleshooting of instrumentation and flight avionics systems.
- Working with engineers on design concepts and improvements.
- Perform scheduled inspections on tested/qualified engines.
- Handling and transportation of engines from test stand to engine processing facility.
- Perform engine tooling maintenance and inspections.
- Interact and work with test/design engineers daily.
- Travel to test sites to support missions at least 15% of the year.
- Safely working with hazardous chemicals, cryogenics, and high-pressure systems.
- Ability to work on a team or as an individual contributor.
- Perform tasks individually assigned from leadership for the benefit of the engines team.
- Maintain a balanced and motivated team environment.
- Conduct operations at elevated heights.
- High school diploma or equivalent certificate.
- 3+ years of experience in an electronics trade.
- Proficiency in troubleshooting low voltage systems, 4-20mA signals, and thermocouples.
- Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space.
- Experience in automotive, aviation, farm equipment, etc.
- Ability to closely follow and understand electrical diagrams as well as fluid diagrams.
- Experience with data acquisition systems, instrumentation, and general electronics.
- Experience using calibrated tooling such as torque wrenches, multimeters, etc.
- Experience concerning fluid fittings such as AN, MS, compression fittings, etc.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs., work in adverse weather conditions, and climb stairs/ladders.
- Lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying are generally required to perform the functions of this position.
- Must be willing to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed.
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and chip into 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.
- Certifications: IPC/WHMA-A-620, MIL-DTL-22520, NASA-STD-8739, J-STD-001, and/or ANSI/ESD S20.20.
- Has fabricated cable harness assemblies including power, signal, and data cables.
- Working knowledge of rocket propellants, including Liquid Oxygen, and cryogenic fuels.
- Experience setting up and pulling large amounts of low voltage wiring.
- Experience with WAGO push-in termination blocks, or similar.
- Experienced in handling aerospace components.
- Proven experience in propulsion facility systems.
- Experience with Vehicle Launch systems.
- Proven understanding of aerospace propulsion systems.
- Able to rapidly change roles/responsibilities while working in a high-paced and challenging work environment.
- Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes, forklifts, etc.
- Experience operating aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and any vehicles used for at-height maintenance.
- Understanding of 5s principles and tool control measures.
Blue Origin offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development. We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from diverse candidates.
Please note that this job description is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and may be subject to change based on business needs.
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