Test Engineer II

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 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.

Working with a small, hardworking, and accomplished team, you will focus on developing, constructing, operating, and testing at the 4670 test facility. These facilities support Blue Origin engines powered by liquid propellants. You will contribute to the progress of the test stand by participating in all aspects of hands-on engineering, and project management. Furthermore, you will play a significant role in the team’s ability to meet an ambitious test cadence.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and dedication to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Responsibilities:

Develop, construct, operate, and maintain test facilities to support the development and production of liquid rocket engines

Generate and implement test procedures involving high pressure inert and non-inert gas systems and cryogenic fluid systems

Review and interpret test data to assess facility health and performance both at the system and component level

Specify and procure components and materials; handle vendors and subcontractors

Plan and complete facility maintenance and construction of new facility capabilities

Contribute to schedule, configuration, quality, cost, and process safety management

Find opportunities for continuous improvements to promote workplace safety, meet demanding schedules, and secure cost savings.

Qualifications:

BS degree in engineering or related field

Strong background in fluid dynamics and thermodynamics

Strong project management, team leadership, and interpersonal skills

Strong technical and non-technical writing and verbal skills

Desire to take ownership of projects2-3 years of Industry Experience in rocket engine testing

Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships

Must be eligible to gain access to Redstone Arsenal.

Shift work and extra hours as needed

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.

Physical Requirements:

Test Operations is a physically active, all four (4) seasons role with both indoor and outdoor work requirements, to include rain, wind, cold, heat, &  addition to outside elements, this role requires:

Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Ability to climb multiple flights of stairs

Ability to work at heights

Desired:

Expertise in liquid rocket engine test stand design, operation and maintenance of:

Pressurized Gas Systems Cryogenic Fluid Systems, specifically LH2, LOX, LNG, and LN2

Instrumentation or DAC systems

Liquid rocket propulsion systems

Technical expertise in component and system level testing of propulsion and spaceflight hardware through development, qualification, and acceptance test campaigns

Expertise in the following:

Working with technicians to perform work on test facilities, handle test articles and lead test operations

Performing process hazard and root cause analyses

Sizing, selecting and troubleshooting fluid system components and instrumentation

Operating, troubleshooting and writing software…