Test Engineer Iii (early Product Life Cycle Development Testing)

Blue Origin

Los Angeles, California, United States
Base: $121,023.00 - $169,432.20 (ca); bonus/equity...
High-voltage and high-current power systems
Vacuum and inert gas test operations
High-temperature testing and thermal cycling
This role focuses on early product life cycle development and technology de-risking for flight-like systems operating in extreme conditions

Job Summary

  • This role focuses on early product life cycle development and technology de-risking for flight-like systems operating in extreme conditions.
  • The successful candidate will own the design and execution of first-principles-driven experiments to validate critical technologies before integration.
  • Blue Origin offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with a company match, and up to four weeks of paid time off.

Matching Summary

This role focuses on early product life cycle development and technology de-risking for flight-like systems operating in extreme conditions.

Salary

Base: $121,023.00 - $169,432.20 (CA); Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 401(k) match, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • High-voltage and high-current power systems
  • Vacuum and inert gas test operations
  • High-temperature testing and thermal cycling
  • First-principles driven experiment design
  • Custom test fixture and hardware design
  • Data acquisition and control system configuration
  • Safety interlocks and JHA documentation

Nice-to-have

  • Python or LabVIEW scripting proficiency
  • Root cause analysis and failure investigation
  • Refractory metals and ceramics material knowledge
  • ISRU technology experience
  • Mentoring team members in safety practices
  • Thermal vacuum environmental testing standards

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Physics
  • 5 years hands-on laboratory test experience
  • Experience with high-voltage safety practices
  • U.S. citizenship or permanent resident status required

Work Rights

Must be U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, refugee, or granted asylum

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