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Mechanical/Instrumentation Technician II - Test Operations

Blue Origin
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Florida, Merritt Island
8082 Space Commerce Way (Show on map)
September 26, 2023
We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable space flight. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin's vision of millions of people living and working Sin space to benefit Earth. As part of a small team, the Integration Engineer will be responsible for assisting in test operations, fabrication, maintenance, and test article integration for various testing activities. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. 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 required! Responsibilities: Test facility operation, maintenance, and construction Test article integration and checkout Fabrication and routing of pressurization and propellant tubing Installation and checkout of wire harnesses and instrumentation General trouble shooting of instrumentation, valves, leaks, etc Reviewing, editing and following Test Procedures Operation of test facility systems Safe working practices: Safely working with hazardous chemicals and high pressure systems Working understanding of standard operations safety practices Demonstrate a strong bias for safety in operations Planning and communicating assembly steps for complex mechanical installations Providing design feedback on the test stand and test article(s) Flexibility to support testing campaigns as required - this may mean shift work or extended hours based on testing needs Working with engineers on design concepts/improvements and development tests Qualifications: 5-10 years of experience in test facility support, testing rocket or jet engines, flight vehicle systems, or closely related applications Demonstrated ability to work with: Test, flight, and safety critical hardware Instrumentation, sensors, and electronics Standard mechanical tools and fabrication shop equipment Experience with pneumatic systems, propellant loading and off-loading systems Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc), piping systems, and pressurized system safety Involvement in test facility construction, operation, and maintenance Ability to read and interpret drawings - P&IDs, fabrication drawings Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a 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. Desired: IPC620 certification or demonstrated knowledge of wiring fabrication and components Solid understanding of a variety of rocket propellants, including liquid hydrogen, liquid oxygen, and liquid methane Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware MIG/TIG, orbital welding experience Knowledge in the use of computer programs such as AutoCAD or machine programs Don't meet every single requirement? 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 a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every 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. 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, diverse, 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, in which all employees recognize and appreciate the diversity of individual team members. 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, gender, 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. For more information on "EEO Is the Law," please see here and here. Blue Origin will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the Washington Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles Fair Chance in Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws. 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 . Benefits Employee Benefits include: Medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, paid parental leave (must be employed at time of birth or adoption), short and long-term disability, 401(k) with a company match of up to 5%, and an Education Support Program available after 1 year of service. Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays for all regular employees (including part-time), fixed-term, and interns. Discretionary bonus: Employees may be eligible for discretionary bonuses in addition to base pay. Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.