Fluids Test Engineers

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

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.

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Fluid Test Engineer to join our Production Test Engineering team at Blue Origin. This role is responsible for developing test methods, operate ground support equipment, author and execute test procedures to efficiently complete integrated fluids system testing for multiple test campaigns. You will be coordinating and directing test crews and ground support equipment while establishing vehicle configurations for testing throughout vehicle production as well as manage and supervise a small team of technicians during test setups, checkouts and teardowns. Leveraging advanced methodologies and instrumentation, you will play a critical role in validating avionics systems and maintaining Blue Origin's commitment to mission success.

Position Specific Details:

• Shifts: A | Mon-Fri (6am-2:30pm), B | Mon-Thurs (2pm-11:30pm), C | Fri-Sun (6am-6pm)

• Location: Space Coast, FL  

• Relocation: Available  

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute test procedures of the vehicle fluids subsystems against program requirements.

• Develop test methods to efficiently complete integrated system testing.

• Assist in fluids support equipment design, budgeting, procurement, verification, and integration.

• Maintain fluids test equipment configuration control, calibration and traceability.

• Write test procedures and manage procedural red lines and updates during test campaigns.

• Manage vendors to design and fabricate fluids test equipment/GSE.

• Integrate testing and operability features into new vehicle designs.

• Participate in gated design and test readiness reviews.

• Define and perform facility activation tests of fluids subsystems.

• Manage overall responsibility for the test, the team, and the procedure execution.

• Maintain and operate pneumatic hardware and/or control software.

• Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations.

• Troubleshoot anomalies real-time and provide solutions during non-conformance scenarios.

• Reduce, analyze and archive test data to support verification tasks.

This is a pooling requisition for current and anticipated openings across multiple test teams, shifts, and locations. Candidates will be matched to the right roles as needs are identified.  

Qualifications:

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in mechanical, aerospace, civil engineering or related field.

• Relevant experience in space vehicle testing, fluids support equipment & fluids ground systems development.(0-3 years Level I Engineer, 3+ years Level II Engineer, 5+ years Level III Engineer, 8+ years Level IV Engineer).

• Experience with developing, writing and executing test procedures for servicing or leak checking GN2, GO2, and/or GHE, systems.

• Experience reading P&ID schematics/layout designs.

• Experience developing fluids systems installation and checkout procedures.

• Ability to support off-shift, extended hours, and weekends as required for mission milestones.

• 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.

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 (CDL drivers only), 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.

• 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 submit to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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