Full-Time

Engine Component Test Engineer III

Posted on 9/10/2024

Blue Origin

Blue Origin

10,001+ employees

Offers suborbital space tourism experiences

Aerospace

Compensation Overview

$111.7k - $156.4kAnnually

+ Discretionary Bonus

Mid

No H1B Sponsorship

Seattle, WA, USA

Must be able to work on-site at Kent and Renton locations.

US Citizenship Required

Category
QA & Testing
Quality Assurance
Required Skills
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • B.S. degree or higher in Mechanical, Aerospace Engineering or other relevant field
  • 5+ years of relevant technical experience including developing, producing, and executing test procedures
  • Must be able to work on site at Kent and Renton locations. Weekend work and schedule flexibility is required
  • Skills using Creo or other modeling and drafting software
  • Desire to work hands-on, as part of a team, in both development, test and production phases of a product lifecycle
  • Experience with failure investigations
  • Experience related to cryogenic fluid systems and/or high pressure gaseous systems
  • Experience with Environmental Testing (proof, leak, vibration, thermal, etc.) per SMC-S-016, MIL-STD-1540D or MIL-STD-810G.
  • Ability to design hardware fixturing, develop required electrical harnesses, connectors, etc
  • Experience leading simultaneous projects
  • Strong written, personal, and computer skills. Ability to communicate clearly and appropriately at the executive leadership level and on the shop floor
  • Demonstrated ability to write test plans as well as document and report test results
  • Familiarity with data analysis, processing and reduction techniques
  • Operational understanding of engines and engine sub-components, such as turbopumps, combustion devices, valves, and other fluid components
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, and engineering drawings
  • Solid understanding of fluid components such as valves, regulators, and fittings
  • Strong work ethic with a high attention to detail and level of organization
  • Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
  • 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
Responsibilities
  • Author and maintain detailed and repeatable test plans and procedures
  • Define, procure, setup, and maintain test fixtures, and test support equipment
  • Ensure component standardization across programs, where appropriate
  • Oversee environmental testing of components within our test facilities
  • Conduct data reviews and prepare reports to ensure successful component qualification

Blue Origin focuses on making space travel accessible through suborbital space tourism. The company offers unique experiences where passengers can travel to the edge of space aboard its reusable rocket, New Shepard. This rocket takes passengers on an 11-minute journey, allowing them to experience several minutes of weightlessness and stunning views of Earth from over 100 kilometers above. Blue Origin generates revenue by selling premium tickets for these flights, targeting affluent individuals and space enthusiasts. Unlike many competitors, Blue Origin is also developing advanced rocket engines and exploring opportunities in lunar landers, which could diversify its offerings and revenue streams. The company's goal is to lead in the commercial spaceflight market while contributing to advancements in aerospace technology.

Company Stage

Grant

Total Funding

$112.9M

Headquarters

Kent, Washington

Founded

2000

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

10%

1 year growth

14%

2 year growth

33%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Successful missions like NS-25 and historic flights with figures like Ed Dwight enhance Blue Origin's brand and public appeal.
  • The company's involvement in NASA's Artemis Moon missions and development of the Orbital Reef space station opens up lucrative government contracts and partnerships.
  • Blue Origin's reusable rocket technology reduces costs and increases the frequency of spaceflights, making space tourism more accessible over time.

What critics are saying

  • The high cost of space tourism tickets limits the market to affluent individuals, potentially slowing growth.
  • Intense competition from companies like SpaceX and emerging startups could erode Blue Origin's market share.

What makes Blue Origin unique

  • Blue Origin's focus on suborbital space tourism with reusable rockets like New Shepard sets it apart from competitors primarily targeting orbital missions.
  • The company's strong backing by Jeff Bezos provides significant financial stability and credibility in the emerging space tourism market.
  • Blue Origin's development of advanced space technologies, such as the Blue Moon lunar lander and Orbital Reef space station, diversifies its revenue streams beyond just space tourism.

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Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

401k

PTO

Relocation

Education Support Program

Dog friendly

Bundled insurance rates

Company paid life & disability

INACTIVE