Technician Integration Engineering III

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At Blue Origin we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. Were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

At Blue Origin were working to develop reusable safe and low-cost space vehicles and systems within a culture of safety collaboration and inclusion. Join our team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight!

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

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise leadership skills and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is a must!

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical and electrical integration of components subsystems and test articles involving:

• • Structural assemblies mechanisms and fluid systems

• • Harnesses sensors and instrumentation

• • Power distribution and control hardware

• Set up operate and maintain vacuum systems and related hardware including:

• • Chamber assembly pump-down and venting operations

• • Leak checks RGA use (where applicable) and basic troubleshooting of vacuum performance

• Work with high-voltage and high-amperage systems including:

• • Power supplies power distribution units interlocks and safety systems

• • High-current bus bars contactors and protective devices

• • Strict adherence to lockout/tagout and electrical safety procedures

• Set up and operate furnaces and thermal processing equipment:

• • Thermal cycling and bake-out operations for components and assemblies

• • Monitoring temperature profiles documenting run parameters and maintaining equipment

• Support early development and prototype hardware:

• • Build modify and rework experimental assemblies based on evolving designs

• • Provide hands-on feedback to engineers on design for manufacturability integration and test

• Execute test setups and operations:

• • Install instrumentation (pressure temperature strain flow etc.)

• • Route and secure cabling and plumbing to meet functional and cleanliness requirements

• • Support test execution monitoring and post-test tear-down

• Interpret engineering documentation:

• • Work from drawings schematics wiring diagrams P&IDs work instructions and test procedures

• • Identify and help resolve documentation discrepancies with engineering

• Maintain high standards of safety quality and housekeeping:

• • Follow all safety and contamination control requirements (FOD ESD cleanliness PPE)

• • Support continuous improvement of build and test processes

• • Accurately complete build records nonconformance reports and test logs

• Mentor junior technicians and contribute to a strong collaborative team culture.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED
• 6 years of relevant hands-on technician experience

• • OR Associates degree in a technical field (e.g. electronics mechanical aerospace manufacturing) plus 4 years of relevant experience

• Demonstrated experience in:

• • Vacuum systems: pumps gauges valves basic leak-checking

• • High-voltage and/or high-amperage systems in an industrial test or R&D environment

• • Mechanical assembly and integration using standard hand and power tools

• Ability to read and interpret:

• • Mechanical drawings and assembly prints

• • Electrical schematics and wiring diagrams

• • Written work instructions and test procedures

• Proficient with common shop and test equipment (e.g. torque tools multimeters oscilloscopes or data acquisition interfaces pressure gauges).
• Strong troubleshooting skills and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to work overtime occasionally off-shifts and weekends as needed to support program and test schedules.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs stand for extended periods and work in confined spaces at heights and around noisy or hazardous equipment (with proper PPE and training).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in aerospace spaceflight or other high-reliability industries (e.g. aviation defense semiconductor nuclear).
• Hands-on experience with:

• • Vacuum chambers cryopumps turbomolecular pumps and RGA or helium leak detection

• • High-power DC and AC systems: >600 V or hundreds of amps including interlock/safety design

• • Furnaces or thermal processing equipment (box tube or vacuum furnaces) for component conditioning or material processing

• Familiarity with:

• • ESD control FOD prevention and contamination control standards

• • Basic data acquisition sensors and instrumentation wiring

• Cleanroom or controlled-environment work practices

• Experience with early development hardware:

• • Rapid prototyping frequent design changes build-to-concept or build-to-sketch environments

• • Providing feedback to engineering on assembly sequence access tooling and testability

• Basic computer skills including:

• • Use of ERP/MES or work order systems

• • Reading and updating digital work instructions

• • Basic data entry and report writing

• Demonstrated ability to mentor junior technicians and lead small integration or test tasks.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to strictly follow all safety procedures particularly regarding vacuum high voltage high current and thermal systems.
• Ability to use appropriate PPE and follow lockout/tagout procedures without exception.
• Willingness to support off-hour test operations and critical integration milestones as required.
• 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 consistent with U.S. export control requirements.

Base Pay Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

Culture Statement

Dont meet all desired requirements Studies have shown that some people are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single desired qualification. At Blue Origin we are dedicated to building an authentic workplace so if youre excited about this role but your past experience doesnt align perfectly with every desired qualification in the job description we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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 a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

• Required for all positions: Blues Standard Background Check
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installation
• Required for Certain Job Profiles: Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) or combination of power unit and trailer that meets or exceeds 10001 lbs. and/or transports placardable amounts of hazardous materials by ground in any vehicle on a public road while in commerce may be subject to additional Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations including: Driver Qualification Files Medical Certification (obtained before onboarding) Road Test Hours of Service Drug and Alcohol Testing vehicle inspection requirements CDL requirements (if applicable) and hazardous materials transportation/shipping training.
• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

Benefits

• Benefits include: 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% and an 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.
• Dependent on role type and job level employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the companys intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the companys results or other factors at the companys sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Blue Origin is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to attracting retaining and developing a highly qualified and dedicated work force. Blue Origin hires and promotes people on the basis of their qualifications performance and abilities. We support the establishment and maintenance of a workplace that fosters trust equality and teamwork. 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. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal state and local laws including the Washington Fair Chance Act the California Fair Chance Act the Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance and other applicable laws. For more information on Know Your Rights please see here.

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