Senior Avionics Dev Lab Technician Verified today

Blue Origin · Seattle, WA · Electronics · first seen 2026-09-03

You will build and test avionics hardware used for flight and non-flight purposes, with impact across spaceflight vehicle development and production.

Responsibilities

  • Assemble flight-grade avionics
  • Test and qualify avionics
  • Solder PCBAs and perform component-level board work
  • Build wire harness and cable assemblies
  • Integrate avionics and ground support hardware into electronics testbeds

Minimum Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in assembly of avionics, medical devices, or other similar safety-critical fields
  • Experience with ESD prevention and controls
  • Thorough understanding of basic electronics theory: voltage, resistance, current
  • Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures
  • Proficient in use of basic electronic lab test equipment, such as power supplies and handheld multimeters
  • Experience with common hand tools, such as torque wrenches and screwdrivers
  • Ability to lift 25 lbs
  • Basic digital literacy and familiarity with Microsoft Office suite (Excel, Word)
  • Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  • Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention to detail, and desire for continuous improvement
  • Ability to thrive as a member of a team

Preferred Qualifications

  • 2-year Associates degree in electrical or electronic engineering technology
  • Current or expired certifications in 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 in staking and conformal coating
  • Experience with potting
  • Experience with high voltage systems or NFPA 70E training
  • Experience with ANSI-ESD-S20.20
  • Experience with AS9100

Details

Shifts available: Monday-Friday 7am-3:30pm. Multiple positions available. Technical assessment during interview process.

Base pay range for WA applicants: $36.60-$51.23 per hour. Other site ranges may differ.

Requirements

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background check required for all positions.

Benefits

  • 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)
  • Paid time off: up to 4 weeks per year plus up to 14 company-paid holidays