Avionics/Electronics Assembly Technician Level 3

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!  

This role is part of Enterprise Engineering, where we provide technical standards, tools, processes, training, and subject matter expertise for product engineering and manufacturing. Enterprise Engineering allows all Blue Origin business units to benefit from commonly used capabilities, hardware, and software and assists business units in identifying, selecting, and training engineers from both inside and outside the organization.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, you will build and test avionics hardware used for flight and non-flight purposes. In this role, you will have impact on many different aspects of spaceflight vehicle development and production!

Special Mentions

• Shifts available:

  • M-F 6am-2pm

  • M-F 8am-4pm

  • M-F 2pm-10pm

• Interviews will include a technical assessment requiring a computer

• Multiple positions available

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• assembling flight-grade avionics

• testing and qualifying avionics

• soldering PCBAs and other component-level board work

• building wire harness/cable assemblies

• troubleshooting and repairing electronic assemblies

• integrating avionics and ground support hardware into electronics testbeds

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with ESD prevention and controls

• Good understanding of basic electronics theory – voltage, resistance, current

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

• 4+ years of experience in assembly of avionics, medical devices, or other similar safety-critical fields

• Proficient in the use of basic electronic lab test equipment, such as power supplies and handheld multimeters

• Experience with common hand tools, such as torque wrenches and screw drivers

• Ability to lift 25 lbs 

• Digital literacy and proficiency with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word, etc)

• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills

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

• Ability to thrive as a member of a team

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

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 year Associates degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology

• Current or expired certifications in PCBA inspection (IPC-A-610),harness assembly (IPC/WHMA-A-620), soldering (J-STD-001), PCBA rework (IPC-7711/7721)

• Experience with 5S or LEAN Six Sigma

• Experience with hipot harness testers

• Experience in staking and conformal coating

• Experience with potting

• Experience with high voltage systems or NFPA 70E training

• Experience with ANSI-ESD-S20.20

• Experience with AS9100

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