Integration Engineering Technician, R&D

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!  

Provides tactical and technical support to Engineering R&D by performing activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype mechanical systems or specialized test equipment. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus.

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, you will directly support Blue Origin’s R&D teams working to develop new, state-of-the-art technologies and systems needed to advance human spaceflight. Responsibilities include general fabrication, maintenance, and operation of mechanical systems where you will apply your technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to support R&D projects, systems, and critical infrastructure.

Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Execute work instructions for assembly tasks and mechanical builds

• Work with engineers to review design concepts and support developmental testing

• Safely work with hazardous systems, containing chemicals and/or high pressure

• Maintain a safe, clean and productive work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a mechanical field or

• 3+ years of experience in aerospace or

• 3+ years of experience in an R&D environment

• Working knowledge of rapid prototyping and life cycle of systematic builds

• Intermediate experience with troubleshooting mechanical systems

• Intermediate experience with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc.) and pressurized system safety

• Ability to read and interpret 2D drawings

• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to 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.

• Must be physically able to: Climb ladders and stairs, and work in small, restricted areas + lift and carry 25 lbs.

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $36.27-$49.73

Other site ranges may differ

 

Compensation Range for:

WA applicants is $35.52-$49.73

Other site ranges may differ

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

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

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