
Test Engineer - Level III
Job 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 the Blue Origin Engines business unit, where our focus is the design, development, manufacturing, and testing of engines and propulsion systems. Built for multiple uses, our family of engines is powering the next generation of rockets for commercial, civil, national security, and human spaceflight.As part of a small, passionate, and accomplished team of test engineers and technicians, you will test, operate, and maintain a wide variety of specialized engine components and ground support systems. You will lead in the development and safe execution of test operations and maintenance procedures. This includes test planning, procedure authoring, technical data reviews, identifying non-conformances, troubleshooting, and performing on-console operations. Together, we’ll also push the boundaries of AI use in design, fabrication, and operations. This position will directly impact the future of Blue Origin and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable operations.
Job Responsibilities:
Execute test operations for test articles and components in accordance with program requirements and safety protocols
Develop, review, and refine test procedures to ensure thorough and accurate test execution
Support test facility planning, build-up, and upgrades to meet evolving program needs
Perform routine and corrective maintenance on test facilities and launch pad infrastructure
Analyze and review test data to identify anomalies, validate performance, and document results
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define test objectives and acceptance criteria
Operate and monitor data acquisition systems and instrumentation during test campaigns
Troubleshoot test article integration issues and support root cause analysis for anomalies
Maintain accurate test logs, reports, and documentation in compliance with engineering standards
Contribute to continuous improvement of test processes, procedures, and facility capabilities
Support hazardous operations including handling of cryogenic propellants and high-pressure systems in compliance with safety requirements
Minimum Qualifications:
B.S. Degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, Computer or Electrical Engineering
5+ years of experience in a testing environment
Demonstrated familiarity with data analysis
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and work independently
Strong technical fundamentals in fluids and thermodynamics
Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements and engineering drawings
Preferred Qualifications:
M.S. or Ph.D., in Mechanical, Aerospace, Computer or Electrical Engineering with experimental lab experience
Rocketry experience through internships or club activities
Cryogenic experience
Experience designing, fabricating or operating fluid systems
Knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, silicon diodes, resistance temperature detectors and accelerometers
Operational understanding of engines and engine sub-components, such as turbopumps, combustion devices, valves and other fluid components
Hands-on experience with integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test
Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, Winplot, or other control/data acquisition and reduction software
Familiarity with CAD applications (Creo preferred)
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 (CDL drivers only), 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.
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 EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request.
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Job Details
- Category
- Aerospace Engineering
- Employment Type
- Full Time
- Location
- Van HornVan Horn, TX
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026, 08:00 PM
- Listed
- Apr 21, 2026, 07:45 PM
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