Sr. Test Engineer
Application close date:
11/18/2026At 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.We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem- solvers who are relentlessly committed to asafety-firstenvironment. This position will directlyimpactthe 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 tobenefitEarth.
In this role, you will support the development, construction,operationand maintenance of Blue Origin’s test facilities in Kent. This is a hands-on engineering andtechnical leadershipposition for testing components and systems supporting all Blue Origin business units.
Design, plan, fabricate,installandoperatehydrostatic, fluid flow, propellant, pneumatic, or cryogenic test facilities
Mentor junior engineers in all aspects ofcomponenttestingand support Test Operations’engineering development program
Develop and execute test plans and procedures; performsubsequentdata reduction and reviews
Assist the Director in developing training plans,mentoringparadigms, andengagement strategies
Understand and troubleshoot fluid and instrumentation systems
Perform root cause, system hazardanalysisand failure investigations
Identifyopportunities for safety improvements and cost savings
Proactively prepare status updates and communicatesboth within the organization and with direct customers
Demonstratehigh standardsin test operations and work cooperatively with a team ofTechnicians, ResponsibleEngineersand BLUE customers to ensure requirements are met
We are looking for someone to apply their technicalexpertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positivelyimpactsafe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision isrequired!
Bachelor’s Degree in engineering
8+ years of experience in the design, development, or operation of test facilities or similar experimental research facilities
Demonstrated experience teaching and mentoring engineering-focusedindividuals
Knowledge of a variety of fluids, experience with cryogenic andhigh-pressure gasses (>3,000 psi)
Ability and desire to understand complex systems, investigate and solve challenging problems, and work in a dynamic environment
Analytical orientation and safety mindset
Establishedability towork well under pressure
Proveninitiative to improve existing systems, processes, and documentation
Ability to support weekend and second shift as needed to meet customer demands
Ability to earn trust,maintainpositive and professional relationships
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
Demonstrated technicalexpertisein test stand design, operations, and maintenance
Hands onoperationalexperience with cryogenics, pressurized gas systems, fluid systems, and/or instrumentation & controls
Familiarity withASME codes and local building standards
Strong Project Management and team leadership skills
Understands/experience with hazardous operations and design for system safety
Experience with 3D CAD tools and data management
Experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems
Knowledge of systems engineering practices, fabrication and integration processes, and quality control
Proficiencyin LabView, Python, MATLAB
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20Don’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.
Description
- Bachelor’s Degree in engineering
- 8+ years of experience in the design, development, or operation of test facilities or similar experimental research facilities
- Demonstrated experience teaching and mentoring engineering-focused individuals
- Knowledge of a variety of fluids, experience with cryogenic and high-pressure gasses (>3,000 psi)
- Ability and desire to understand complex systems, investigate and solve challenging problems, and work in a dynamic environment
- Analytical orientation and safety mindset
- Established ability to work well under pressure
- Proven initiative to improve existing systems, processes, and documentation
- Ability to support weekend and second shift as needed to meet customer demands
- Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships
- 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
Base Pay Range for
WA applicants is $145,188.00 - $203,263.20
Other site ranges may differ
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.
- How much does the Sr. Test Engineer at Blue Origin pay?
- The posting lists a range of $145K–$203K per year. Ranges reflect what Blue Origin publicly declared on the source posting.
- Where is this Sr. Test Engineer role based?
- The role is based in Greater Seattle Area.
- What experience does Blue Origin expect for this role?
- The posting is tagged as a senior-level role, typically 5+ years of experience. Check the requirements section for specifics.
- How was this posting sourced?
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