Electrical Test Engineer II - Lunar Permanence
- US citizenship
About the job
## 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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products.
To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. 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 the Lunar Permanence business unit, which develops Blue Origin’s Blue Moon landers and related products.
To further Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth, we are building sustainable infrastructure for our transport of crew and cargo from Earth to the lunar surface. We are a 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 in space to benefit Earth.
As a test engineer, you will be supporting our mission to return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. 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! ## Special Mentions - Relocation provided - Travel expected up to 25% of the time - During integrated vehicle testing, night and/or weekend work will be required - Interviews will include a technical assessment ## Responsibilities include but are not limited to - Execute variety of electrical test campaigns in their entirety - Plan, develop and execute test procedures for flight hardware - Lead daily test operations, operate test consoles, direct technician work and coordinate with internal customers - Perform root cause, system hazard analysis and failure investigations - Troubleshoot issues that arise during testing - Develop, manage, and maintain test support equipment - Find opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings - Participate in test readiness review, pre and post test briefings, and post test reviews - Manage procedural redlines and updates during test campaigns - Coordinate test crews, support equipment and configurations for testing - Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations - Participate in the assembly and test of development and flight hardware including planning, execution, data reduction and analysis ## Minimum Qualifications - Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space! - BS or MS in aerospace engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related technical discipline - 2+ years experience in aerospace test campaigns, with experience in electrical test - Ability to self-assign tasking with some oversight and communicate status of current workload to leadership - Experience working on dispersed rapid development teams, driving process development - Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion - Basic understanding in the fundamentals of design (requirements identification, material selection, input definition, form factors, interface definition, environmental considerations, etc.) - Basic proficiency in 3D CAD programs (Creo Pro/E preferred) including drawing creation. - Basic proficiency in strength and mechanics of materials. . ## Preferred Qualifications - Experience with space vehicle component or integrated vehicle testing including GNC, Comms, EPS/CPS, EMI/EMC, and performance - Experience writing test scripts and/or software - Experience with participating in NASA technical reviews - Experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems, including troubleshooting analog and digital hardware with bench measurement equipment - Understands/experience with hazardous operations - Experience with control actuators, deployable devices (doors, landing gear, sensors, etc.), hydraulic system components, separation systems, or other mechanical systems - Familiarity with sensors including linear variable differential transformers, resistance temperature detectors, thermocouples, pressure transducers, and resolvers ## 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 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 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 a
From Blue Origin's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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Builds the New Shepard and New Glenn rockets and the Blue Moon lunar lander.
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