Test Technician (All Levels - 8/6 Rotation)

Employer description

Application close date:

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

At Blue Origin, we envision millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. We’re 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 Origin 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.

Blue Origin is seeking experienced Technicians to join our hypergol test stand operations team in Van Horn, TX. As a Technician, you will be a skilled member of our emergency response and test operations team, contributing to the development, construction, operation, and maintenance of liquid rocket engine test systems using hypergolic propellants.

You will demonstrate operational excellence in test stand procedure execution, work independently on complex tasks, and help train less experienced team members. This role requires strong technical skills, sound judgment, and unwavering commitment to safety.

We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth.

Responsibilities

Contribute to test facility construction, operation, and maintenance

Execute test stand procedures with high reliability and minimal supervision

Perform test article integration and system checkouts

Fabricate (tube bending) and route pressurization and propellant tubing for hypergolic systems

Assist with installation and checkout of wire harnesses and instrumentation

Review, edit, and follow test procedures and operate test consoles

Safely work with hypergolic propellants and high-pressure fluid systems

Troubleshoot instrumentation, valves, leaks, and other system components

Work with peers and engineers to design concepts/improvements and support test development

Plan and communicate assembly steps for complex mechanical installations

Provide input and feedback on Ground Support Equipment and test article designs

Read and interpret drawings, schematics, and P&IDs

Operate forklifts and equipment to work at elevated heights

Demonstrate and reinforce 5S and FOD control procedures

Help train and mentor Technician 1 and 2 level team members

Serve as member of HAZMAT emergency response and rescue team

Perform work while wearing SCBA and other required PPE

Successfully complete annual medical physical and physical ability/fitness assessment

Perform physically demanding emergency response tasks including lifting up to 200 pounds

Subject to random drug testing

Qualifications

Experience in rocket or jet engine testing, rocket engine test facility support, or similar field (0-3 years Level I Technician, 3+ years Level II Technician, 5+ years Level III Technician, 8+ years Sr Level Technician) 

Demonstrated proficiency in test operations and facility systems

Strong troubleshooting skills for fluid systems, pneumatics, and instrumentation

Ability to work independently with minimal supervision on complex tasks

Ability to safely operate standard mechanical hand tools and shop fabrication equipment

Experience with pneumatic and propellant systems

Experience operating forklifts and equipment to work at elevated heights

Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and P&IDs

Good communication and teamwork skills

Ability to make quick, sound decisions in emergency situations while maintaining composure under stress

Ability to lift 40 lbs.; work in adverse weather; climb stairs and ladders; work at elevated heights

Ability to pass pre-employment medical physical and physical ability/fitness assessment

Ability to obtain Hazardous Materials Technician certification within 3 months of hire

Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylum

Desired

7+ years’ experience in propulsion facility/system or launch vehicle operation, integration, or maintenance

Working knowledge of hypergolic propellants including NTO, MMH, hydrazine

Familiar with tube fabrication and pressurized system safety

Experience with LOTO procedures

Experience operating or working near heavy lifting equipment around flight-critical hardware

3+ years emergency response experience (fire, HAZMAT, industrial)

Demonstrated proficiency with SCBA and SAR systems

Completion of 40-hour HAZWOPER training

Current Hazardous Materials Technician certification

Completion of FEMA/NIMS courses: IS-700, IS-800, ICS-100, ICS-200

Special Mentions

Schedule is 8 days on, 6 days off rotations with 10 hrs per day

Interviews will include a technical assessment

Van Horn Specific information

Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee’s additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance.  Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee’s ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, or travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time.

Culture Statement

Don’t 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 you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t 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 U.S. as a refugee or granted asylum.

Background Check

Required for all positions: Blue’s Standard Background CheckRequired for Certain Job Profiles:  Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check if at any time the role requires one to be on a military installationRequired 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 10,001 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 company’s intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company’s results, or other factors at the company’s 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.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.