Engineer Test Level II

About the role

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It supports acceptance testing of flight-critical valves and fluid system components on Blue Origin's C-Shift.

Responsibilities

• Execute vibration test operations on electrodynamic shaker tables — sine, random, sine-on-random, and shock profiles
• Set up, integrate, and operate test stands for valve and fluid component acceptance testing across proof, leak, thermal, and vibration disciplines
• Develop, modify, and maintain data acquisition configurations and test automation routines
• Install, calibrate, and troubleshoot instrumentation: accelerometers, pressure transducers, thermocouples, mass flow meters, load cells, and voltage/current sensors
• Serve as the on-shift engineering point of contact for technicians — answer questions, troubleshoot issues at a moderate level of complexity, and keep test operations moving without waiting for weekday engineering support
• Escalate complex or out-of-scope technical issues to day-shift engineering with clear documentation and data
• Author and red-line work instructions, test procedures, and run-for-record data packages; ensure controlled documentation is followed and updated
• Support investigation of test anomalies and non-conformances; participate in root cause analysis and corrective action
• Contribute to continuous improvement of test cycle time, fixture reuse, and data quality through Kaizen and other improvement initiatives
• Maintain a clean, safe, 5S-compliant work area and follow lab safety protocols on shift

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, or related engineering discipline (or equivalent combination of education and hands-on technical experience)
• 2+ years of hands-on test engineering experience in a hardware test environment
• Demonstrated experience running vibration testing on electrodynamic shaker tables, including sine, random, and shock profiles
• Strong data acquisition skills, including practical experience with at least one of Dewesoft or LabVIEW
• Working proficiency with common test instrumentation: accelerometers, pressure transducers, thermocouples, flow meters, multimeters
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and test procedures
• Ability to work C-Shift (Friday–Sunday, 12-hour shifts) on-site

Qualifications

• Direct experience with Dewesoft DAQ hardware and software in a production or qualification test environment
• LabVIEW programming experience, including VI development, DAQmx, and instrument integration over GPIB, serial, or Ethernet
• Familiarity with valve, fluid system, or cryogenic component acceptance testing
• Personal interest or hobby experience in mechanics, fabrication, automotive work, robotics, or similar hands-on disciplines
• Experience navigating engineering documentation systems (PLM/PDM, controlled drawings, work order systems)
• Prior experience working an off-shift or weekend shift in an aerospace or regulated manufacturing environment

Skills

• Strong data acquisition skills
• Proficiency with common test instrumentation
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues
• Effective communication and problem-solving 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