Test Engineer II Verified today
Blue Origin Operations seeks a Test Engineer II to support the development, construction, operation and maintenance of test facilities in Kent. This is a hands-on engineering and project management role for testing components and systems across all Blue Origin business units.
Responsibilities
- Design, plan, fabricate, install and operate hydrostatic, fluid flow, propellant, pneumatic, or cryogenic test facilities
- Develop and execute test plans and procedures; perform data reduction and reviews
- Lead daily test operations, operate test consoles, direct technician work and coordinate with internal customers
- Understand and troubleshoot fluid and instrumentation systems
- Perform root cause analysis, system hazard analysis and failure investigations
- Plan and oversee facility maintenance
- Identify opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings
- Design, define, procure and install system components; manage vendors and subcontractors
- Prepare status updates and communicate with internal teams and direct customers
- Demonstrate high standards in test operations and work with Integration Engineers, Responsible Engineers and customers to ensure requirements are met
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in engineering
- 2+ years of experience in design, development, or operation of test facilities or similar experimental research facilities
- Knowledge of a variety of fluids; experience with cryogenic and monopropellants preferred
- Ability to understand complex systems, investigate and solve challenging problems, and work in a dynamic environment
- Analytical orientation and safety mindset
- Work well under pressure and take initiative to improve existing systems, processes, and documentation
- Ability to support weekend and second shift as needed
- Ability to earn trust and maintain positive professional relationships
- 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
- Demonstrated technical expertise in test stand design, operations, and maintenance
- Hands-on experience with cryogenics, pressurized gas systems, fluid systems, and/or instrumentation and controls
- ASME codes and local building standards
- Strong project management and team leadership skills
- Understanding or experience with hazardous operations and design for system safety
- Experience with civil engineering projects and construction management
- Experience with 3D CAD tools and data management
- Experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems
- Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication and integration processes, and quality control
- Proficiency in LabView, Python, or MATLAB
Compensation
Base pay range for WA applicants: $99,201.00 - $138,880.35. Other site ranges may differ.
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 all regular employees (20+ hours/week)
- Paid time off: up to four weeks per year and up to 14 company-paid holidays
Employment Requirements
Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain any security clearances or credentials required for the position, which may include DBIDS background check if the role requires access to a military installation. Background check required for all positions. Applications accepted on an ongoing basis until requisition closes.