Sr. Technical Specialist - Avionics & Control Products

About this role

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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.

This role is part of the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.  

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. Blue Origin is self-funding rapid development of multiple in-space flight systems – over a range of sizes, propellant types, and technical challenge.  

This position resides within the Avionics & Control Products (ACP) organization, part of the Engine Business Unit.  As part of the ACP   Product Execution   team, you will   test, troubleshoot,   and deliver avionics   to meet our engine build and launch goals .    

The test systems will provide an environment to integrate the electronics and software for system development, verification, and validation. This will include software simulations and hardware emulators, as well as software for interfacing with these simulators and emulators.  

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:  

• Participate in the   setup , integration,   execution, and review   of   avionics   tests, including shock, vibration, thermal, and EMI campaigns  

• Coordinate with technicians for the   execution   of these campaigns  

• Support a development environment with open box testing and card to card level testing  

• Perform checkout and troubleshooting of electronic assemblies   and test equipment  

• Create , review,   and release   test   work orders.  

• Configure and operate data acquisition systems, and associated instrumentation  

• Analyze test data, generate test reports, and disposition anomalies in collaboration with design, test ,   and quality engineering  

• Maintain test equipment calibration, facility readiness, and compliance with AS9100 and internal quality management system requirements   

Minimum Qualifications:  

• 2 year Associates degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology  

• 8 + years of industry experience with electrical/electro-mechanical assemblies  

• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures  

• Proficient in the use of standard electronic lab test and troubleshooting equipment  

• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills  

• Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and desire for continuous improvement  

Preferred Qualifications:  

• B.S degree in electrical engineering  

• Working knowledge of EMI/EMC testing per MIL-STD-461 test methods  

• Working knowledge of digital circuits, analog circuits, computers, microprocessors, and networks  

• Familiarity with configuration management tools (e.g., Windchill, JIRA) and digital work order execution systems  

• IPC-A-610 or J-STD-001 certification, or NASA workmanship standards experience  

  Base Pay Range for: WA applicants is $124,476.00 - $174,265.35 Other site ranges may differ

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, vehicle inspection requirements, CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training. • Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obt

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