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Job Summary
As an Avionics Technician at Blue Origin, you will provide tactical and technical support to engineering, production, and manufacturing teams by fabricating, testing, repairing, and installing avionic equipment for both flight and non-flight systems. You will work from schematics, diagrams, and detailed written instructions to assemble, validate, troubleshoot, and upgrade avionics components such as wire harnesses, sensors, and flight control devices. Your responsibilities span the entire lifecycle of avionics equipment, ensuring every system meets the highest standards of safety and mission readiness across both prototype and operational hardware.
Key Responsibilities
- Fabricate, assemble, and install avionic equipment including wire harnesses, sensors, avionics boxes, and instrumentation for both flight and non-flight systems.
- Perform functional testing, validation, and operational checkout of avionics equipment using test apparatus such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, and specialized diagnostic tools.
- Diagnose, repair, and modify avionic hardware as required, using schematics, diagrams, and detailed work instructions.
- Operate precision calibrated tools (torque wrenches, micrometers) to ensure quality and safety standards are met.
- Mate/demate harnesses, route cables, perform soldering, crimping, connector rework, and sensor installations to aerospace standards.
- Support troubleshooting and maintenance activities proactively during production and continuous improvement efforts.
- Maintain a clean, organized workspace and apply 5S principles for safety and efficiency.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support projects and share technical expertise.
- Accurately document work completed and provide timely feedback to engineering and quality teams.
Position Details
- Location: Space Coast, FL
- Shifts available: Mon-Fri 6am-2:30pm, Mon-Fri 2pm-10:30pm, Fri-Sun 6am-6:30pm, Fri-Sun 6pm-6:30am
- Relocation assistance available
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in aerospace manufacturing, integration, or related field. Level I Technician (0-3 years), Level II Technician (3+ years), Level III Technician (5+ years), or Sr Level Technician (8+ years).
- Ability to accurately interpret engineering drawings, electrical schematics, and technical documentation.
- Experience with precision calibration tools including torque wrenches, micrometers, and calipers.
- Ability to lift 50 lbs and work at heights (work stands, ladders, lifts) and/or in confined spaces.
- Expertise with adhesives, sealants, and fasteners.
- Proficiency in basic computer applications, including Windows and Microsoft Office suite.
- 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.
Preferred Qualifications
- Certified in IPC/WHMA-A-620 Cable and Wire Harness Assemblies, J-STD-001 Solder (including Space Addendum), NASA-STD-8739.4.
- Experience with spaceflight hardware assembly, integration, and test.
- Skilled in soldering, crimping, connector rework, and basic harness fabrication and repair.
- Ability to test and install sensors (accelerometers, thermocouples, pressure sensors, strain gages, microphones, RTDs, cameras).
- Experience in cable routing, mating/demating harnesses, part marking, and safety cabling.
- Use of digital multimeter for continuity, resistance, and voltage readings.
- Confidence in reading and interpreting 2D drawings, basic measurement techniques, and using hand tools.
- Meticulous attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
- Demonstrated success in hands-on roles with continuous improvement mindset and ability to adapt in fast-paced environments.
- Previous experience supporting both flight and non-flight/ground support systems.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision insurance
- 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 all regular employees (20+ hours/week)
- Paid time off up to four weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
- Up to 14 company-paid holidays
- Bonuses may be eligible based on role type and job level
Background Check
Blue's Standard Background Check required for all positions. Additional checks may apply depending on role requirements.