Sr. Test Engineer

About the role

This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which includes Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. It involves Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities.

Responsibilities

• Design, plan, fabricate, install and operate hydrostatic, fluid flow, propellant, pneumatic, or cryogenic test facilities
• Mentor junior engineers in all aspects of component testing and support
• Develop and execute test plans and procedures; perform subsequent data reduction and reviews
• Aid the Director in developing training plans, mentoring paradigms, and engagement strategies
• Understand and troubleshoot fluid and instrumentation systems
• Perform root cause, system hazard analysis and failure investigations
• Identify opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings
• Proactively prepare status updates and communicate both within the organization and with direct customers
• Demonstrate high standards in test operations and work cooperatively with a team of Technicians, Responsible Engineers and BLUE customers to ensure requirements are met

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering
• 8+ years of experience in the design, development, or operation of test facilities or similar experimental research facilities
• Demonstrated experience teaching and mentoring engineering-focused individuals
• Knowledge of a variety of fluids, experience with cryogenic and high-pressure gasses (>3,000 psi)
• Ability and desire to understand complex systems, investigate and solve challenging problems, and work in a dynamic environment
• Analytical orientation and safety mindset
• Established ability to work well under pressure
• Prominent initiative to improve existing systems, processes, and documentation
• Ability to support weekend and second shift as needed to meet customer demands
• 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

Qualifications

• Hands on operational experience with cryogenics, pressurized gas systems, fluid systems, and/or instrumentation & controls
• Familiarity with ASME codes and local building standards
• Strong Project Management and team leadership skills
• Experience with 3D CAD tools and data management
• Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication and integration processes, and quality control
• Proficiency in LabView, Python, MATLAB

Skills

• Technical expertise in test stand design, operations, and maintenance
• Understanding/experience with hazardous operations and design for system safety
• Experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems

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 $145,188.00 - $203,263.20

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate weekend and second shift work as needed to meet customer demands.