Technician - Assembly & Integration

## Technician - Assembly & Integration Apply locations:
Greater Seattle Area posted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition :
R66505

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.

We are a 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 small team the Integration Engineer will be responsible for facility construction/modification support, facility operation, maintenance, and test article integration for rocket engine and space vehicle testing activities. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight.
** Responsibilities:
*** Test facility construction, operation and maintenance  + Fabrication and routing of pressurization and propellant tubing  + Test article integration and checkout  + Reviewing, editing and following Test Procedures  + Operation of test facility systems  + Installation and checkout of wire harnesses and instrumentation  + General trouble shooting of instrumentation, valves, leaks, etc
* Working with engineers on design concepts/improvements and development tests
* Planning and communicating assembly steps for complex mechanical installations
* Providing design feedback on the test stand and test article(s)
* Flexibility to support testing campaigns as required – this may mean shift work or extended hours based on testing needs
* Safe working practices:  + Safely working with hazardous chemicals and high pressure systems  + Demonstrate a strong bias for safety in operations
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* Qualifications:

*** Experience in propulsion facility/system or launch vehicle operation, integration, or maintenance
* 1-3 years of experience in rocket engine test facility support, testing rocket or jet engines, or closely related applications
* Experience with pneumatic systems, propellant loading and off-loading systems
* Test facility construction, operation, and maintenance
* Demonstrated ability to work with  + Test, flight and safety critical hardware  + Instrumentation, sensors, and electronics  + Standard mechanical tools, fabrication shop equipment
* Ability to read and interpret drawings – P&IDs, fabrication drawings##
** Desired:*** ## Working knowledge of a variety of rocket propellants, including Hydrogen Peroxide, RP, and cryogenics
* Knowledge in the use of computer programs such as AutoCAD or Creo
* Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc) and pressurized system safety
* Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware
* MIG/TIG, orbital welding experience### Base Pay Range for:

WA applicants is $24.74 - $34.63
** Other site ranges may differ
**** Culture 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 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.

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