Cable Harness/Electronics Assembly Technician Level 2 - Day Shift Verified today
About the role
This position is part of Advanced Concepts and Enterprise Engineering (ACE), supporting Blue Origin's spacecraft development and qualification. You will build and test avionics hardware as part of a team of specialists, technicians, and engineers, with impact on multiple aspects of spaceflight vehicle development and production.
What you will do
- Build wire harness and cable assemblies (primary responsibility: at least 90% of daily work)
- Troubleshoot and repair electronic assemblies
- Integrate avionics and ground support hardware into software and hardware test beds
- Support system testing
What you need
- 2+ years experience assembling cable harnesses
- 2+ years experience in assembly of avionics, medical devices, or other similar safety-critical fields
- Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures
- Experience with common hand tools (torque wrenches, screw drivers)
- Proficiency with basic electronic lab test equipment (power supplies, handheld multimeters)
- Understanding of ESD prevention and controls
- Good understanding of basic electronics theory: voltage, resistance, current
- Basic digital literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word)
- Ability to follow written assembly procedures
- Ability to learn new skills quickly
- Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
- Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and desire for continuous improvement
- Ability to work effectively as a member of a collaborative team
Preferred qualifications
- 2-year Associates degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology
- Current or expired certifications: 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 with potting connectors
- Experience with high voltage systems or NFPA 70E training
- Experience with ANSI-ESD-S20.20
- Experience with AS9100
Work details
- Shift: Day shift, Monday-Friday
- Location: Greater Seattle Area
- Technical assessment required during interview (computer needed)
Compensation and benefits
Base pay range for WA applicants: $29.91 - $41.87 per hour (other site ranges may differ).
Benefits include: medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability, 401(k) with company match up to 5%, Education Support Program, stock options for regular employees (20+ hours/week), up to 4 weeks paid time off per year based on scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays. Bonuses may be available based on role and performance; eligibility is not guaranteed.
Employment requirements
Applicants 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.
Blue's Standard Background Check is required for all positions. Additional background checks or certifications may be required depending on job duties.