Mission Test Systems Engineer III; Top Secret Clearance Required

Mission Test Systems Engineer III (Top Secret Clearance Required)

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!

The role is part of the In‑Space Systems business unit, which focuses on addressing two of the most compelling challenges in spaceflight today: space infrastructure and increasing mobility on‑orbit.

As part of a hardworking team of engineers, you will create mission‑level test plans, determine which system‑level tests will be used for verification, coordinate all the test parameters, and ensure all mission and system‑level test events have pass/fail criteria and are well defined. You will leverage mission CONOPs to coordinate end‑to‑end testing between Ground System, Space Vehicle, and Customer. This role offers the opportunity to collaborate with a wide array of professionals, including customers, team members, systems engineering, architecture, hardware, and software teams.

We are looking for someone who applies their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required.

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 10% of the time

• Design, develop, and implement comprehensive mission test plans and procedures for space mission systems.
• Work closely with system engineers, designers, and program managers to understand mission requirements and objectives.
• Conduct system-level testing to verify and validate system performance, functionality, and reliability.
• Analyze test data, identify anomalies, and provide detailed reports and recommendations for improvements.
• Collaborate with software and hardware engineering teams to develop test automation strategies and tools.
• Lead troubleshooting and problem-solving efforts related to test systems and processes.
• Continuously enhance testing methodologies to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace Engineering, or Physics.
• 5+ years of proven experience in systems engineering principles and execution.
• Expertise in system engineering and testing within the aerospace industry or similar.
• Strong understanding of space mission design and testing processes.
• Proficiency in using test equipment and software relevant to the aerospace domain.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills.
• Enjoys a highly dynamic and fast‑paced environment.
• Strategic system thinking, excellent written and oral communication, proactive team collaboration, ability to earn trust, and maintain positive professional relationships.
• Knowledge of current systems engineering and integration tools and methodologies.
• Active Top Secret (TS) / Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security clearance with Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) and polygraph.
• Must be a U.S. citizen, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), refugee, or asylum seeker.

• M.S. degree in a relevant technical field.
• 8+ years of experience.
• Spacecraft systems engineering experience.
• Knowledge of space mission operations and satellite systems.
• Experience with automated test systems and tools.
• Experience with verification of requirements and using Systems Engineering tools such as DOORS, ETM, Windchill, and Cameo.

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• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program.
• Paid Time Off:
  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company‑paid holidays.
• Potential bonuses based on company discretion; eligibility not guaranteed.

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