Avionics Test Engineer III - New Glenn

About the role

This role supports the development and operations of New Glenn, a single-configuration, heavy-lift orbital launch vehicle capable of routinely carrying people and payloads to low-Earth orbit, geostationary transfer orbit, cislunar, and beyond. Its first stage is fully reusable, and the vehicle was designed from the beginning to be human-capable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and test electronic systems or devices in support of manufacturing and qualifying flight avionics hardware.
• Lead sophisticated projects combining hardware, firmware, and software.
• Develop and test real-time embedded systems with a focus on modular and extensible architectures.
• Apply technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight.

Requirements

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science preferred
• 5+ years of hands-on experience developing and/or testing electronic systems or devices
• Sound knowledge of electronics, electrical circuit fundamentals
• Familiar with programming test equipment for operational usage with a preference for Python scripting and familiarity
• Cognizant of EMI/EMC standards, IEC & automotive standards or equivalent
• Familiar with hardware and software development life cycle
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Possess flexibility to support weekend shifts or non-standard hours based on program needs

Qualifications

• 7+ years of coordinated test and operations experience (aircraft, launch vehicles, spacecraft, racing teams)
• Experience leading sophisticated projects combining hardware, firmware, and software
• Experience being responsible for the development and testing of real-time embedded systems with a focus on modular and extensible architectures
• Familiarity with Python
• Familiarity with Linux and other Unix-style operating systems
• Familiarity with git, Jenkins, JIRA
• Experience developing hardware to IPC J-STD-0001xS, IPC/WHMA-A-620x-S, and/or NASA-STD-8739.x standards
• Experience with DO-160, MIL-STD-461, and SMC-S-016 (or equivalent testing standards)
• Experience with safety-critical systems development (automotive, aerospace, medical, etc.)

Skills

• Strong technical expertise in electronics and electrical systems
• Leadership and project management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Problem-solving and analytical skills

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance
• Paid parental leave
• Short and long-term disability
• 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%
• Education Support Program
• Stock options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)
• Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays

Pay

Base Pay Range For WA applicants is $130,706.00 - $182,987.70

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate program needs

Export Control Regulations

Applicants for employment at Blue Origin must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident (i.e. current Green Card holder), or lawfully admitted into the U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Culture Statement

Blue Origin is dedicated to building an authentic workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We strive to attract, retain, and develop a highly qualified and dedicated work force. We provide all qualified applicants for employment and employees with equal opportunities for hire, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment, regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin/ethnicity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status, or any other status or characteristic protected by federal, state, and/or local law.