Job Profile Technician - Test & Launch Ops

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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.

As part of a hardworking team of test technicians and test engineers you will help test a wide variety of test articles to meet Blue Origin's program requirements for various spaceflight systems. You will gain hands on experience operating different pneumatic, hydraulic, and cryogenic test systems. You will interface with engineering teams to implement continuous improvement to increase throughput. You will fabricate and modify test systems to meet program requirements.

As a component test technician you will have a critical role contributing to test operations in a high rate rocket engine manufacturing environment.

• Special Mentions
• Relocation Available
• Location: Huntsville, Alabama Engine Factory
• C Shift: Friday to Sunday 5:00AM to 5:30PM

Physical Requirements:

Test Operations is a physically active, all four seasons role with both indoor and outdoor work requirements, to include rain, wind, cold, heat, & humidity. Certain tasks require lifting up to 50lbs unassisted

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Set up and operate test equipment which may include but not limited to vibration tables, thermal chambers, pressure instruments, water delivery systems, flow meters, and other test equipment
• Perform functions that include test troubleshooting, basic equipment maintenance, coordination with test engineers, and engagement with management on daily test activities
• Assemble hardware and production assets to support testing activities

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, testing, or related mechanical or electrical field (3+ years)
• Documented experience using standard mechanical tools such as torque tools, drills, threaded inserts, wrenches)
• Experience interpreting a variety of technical documentation including drawings, schematics, diagrams, P&ID
• Hands on assembly, integration, test, troubleshooting, or validation experience across mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems
• Documented experience operating pressurized test systems and environmental test systems
• Proficiency with Windows operation systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs unassisted, work at heights
• Ability to travel to other Blue Origin locations
• Schedule flexibility to meet engine deliveries

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated effectiveness executing complex operations in safety and quality critical settings
• Technical certification, trade school, or relevant degree
• Experience with assembly and fabrication of wiring harnesses
• Experience with troubleshooting data acquisitions system hardware and data acquisition software
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• 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.
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