Instrumentation & Controls Engineer I

3 months ago


Huntsville, United States Blue Origin Full time

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. 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 a small, passionate and accomplished team, that supports the development, construction, operation and maintenance of liquid rocket engine test facilities for various liquid rocket engine propulsion systems and liquid rocket engine component testing, focusing on instrumentation and data acquisition and control hardware. You will contribute to the team’s progress by participating in all aspects of hands-on engineering and project management. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable test operations and spaceflight This position is based in Huntsville, AL. This position will require working from 2:00-10:30pm CST on occasion to support rocket engine testing operations but normal work hours will be 8:00 – 5:00pm CST

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

Responsibilities:

Maintain and upgrade test cell data acquisition systems: assemble, setup, and validate DAQ hardware configurations and troubleshoot DAQ hardware related problems. Provide technical support for instrumentation on test stands and test cells; provide and update drawings of harnesses/interfaces, electrical power, and data/control systems; provide mentorship/training and troubleshooting support for technicians and engineers Define, coordinate, and execute instrumentation, data, and controls system integration activities at the test stands and test cells, including identifying, designing, reviewing, building, installing, and functional checking wire harnesses, components, and instrumentation Create and maintain software configuration files, test scripts, test procedures, and relevant rocket engine test procedure sections Monitor data during test operations and provide input to the team concerning the execution of test sequences, operation of the test article or test stand, and readiness for critical test phases Review and verify health and performance of instrumentation on the test stand and test articles by reviewing hot fire test data, crafting and maintaining data reduction code, and compiling reports Perform other tasks, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment, including the operation of the test article and test stand to collect hot fire test data. Identify and execute on opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety, meet fast paced schedules, and secure cost savings.

Qualifications:

B.S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field. 1-5 years of experience in electrical schematic and panel layout design using CAD (preferably AutoCAD Electrical) PLC Programming experience (Allen Bradley experience a plus) Proven understanding of integrating instrumentation with data acquisition hardware Proficiency with electrical diagnostic equipment Familiar with industrial sensors and actuators: pressure, temperature, LVDT, accelerometers, motor controllers, flow meters, relays, strain gauges, valves, and pumps Strong technical and non-technical writing and verbal skills Desire to take ownership of projects 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.

Desired:

Experience within the aerospace industry working at test facilities, with cryogenic fluid systems, specifically LH2, LOx, LNG, and LN2 Practice with video monitoring systems (webcam, 3G-SDI, high speed, infrared, etc.) Understanding of network configuration and other IT fundamentals Software development or fixing PLC, Arduino, Raspberry Pi, or Opto22 controllers and for LabVIEW or MATLAB applications Familiarity with NI hardware or Bustec hardware Familiarity with calibration principles (uncertainty calculation, total error ratios, etc.) and industry calibration standards (ISO/IEC 17025, ANSI NCSL Z540.3). Proficient in noise reduction, shielding, grounding techniques, termination and analog and digital filtering to provide high fidelity measurements Ability to specify instrumentation wiring needed for various interfacing of data systems and sensors Experience crafting and installing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environments Understanding of computers and programming languages (LabVIEW, Java, HTML, and/or C++, Python)

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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