Electrical Test Engineer I - Lunar Permanence Verified today
About the Role
This position supports the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin's Blue Moon landers and related products for crew and cargo transport to the lunar surface.
As an Electrical Test Engineer, you will execute electrical test campaigns from initial planning through data collection, working directly on flight hardware for human lunar missions.
Responsibilities
- Execute entire electrical test campaigns from initial planning to data collection
- Plan, develop, and execute test procedures for flight hardware
- Participate in daily test operations, operate test consoles, and coordinate with internal customers
- Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing
- Participate in root cause analysis, system hazard analysis, and failure investigations
- Develop, manage, and maintain test support equipment
- Coordinate test crews, support equipment, and configurations for testing
- Participate in test readiness reviews, pre and post-test briefings, and post-test reviews
- Proactively communicate with Responsible Engineers and leadership throughout test planning and execution
- Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations
- Identify opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings
Minimum Qualifications
- BS or MS in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related technical discipline
- Ability to identify tasking and manage personal workload across multiple test campaigns
- Basic understanding of design fundamentals (requirements, material selection, form factors, interfaces, environmental considerations)
- Basic proficiency in mechanics of materials and space flight conditions
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with space vehicle component or integrated vehicle testing (GNC, Comms, EPS/CPS, EMI/EMC, performance)
- Experience writing test scripts
- Experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems
- Troubleshooting analog and digital hardware with bench measurement equipment
- Experience with NASA technical reviews
- Experience with control actuators, deployable devices, hydraulic systems, separation systems, or mechanical systems
- Familiarity with sensors (LVDTs, RTDs, thermocouples, pressure transducers, resolvers)
- Experience with hazardous operations
Work Environment
- Location: Space Coast, FL
- Travel expected up to 25% of the time
- Weekend and night shifts expected at times to accommodate test campaigns
- Relocation assistance may be provided
- Technical assessment required during interview process
Requirements
Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum. Background check required for all positions.