Avionics Test Systems Engineer II

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 diverse 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.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and own Tester Systems requirements, Tester comprehensive validation and verification strategy and plan, and it is components (tester racks, tester hardware and software, tester harness, tester load boxes, sensors and actuators, and other equipment) from requirements definition to design, build, integrate, verification and qualification test, and operation. Collaborate with Hardware (HW) and Software (SW) engineers to comprehensive validation and verification strategy and plans and to integrate Tester Systems.
• A key focus will be following best known systems engineering processes that will be used on a particular program in addition to establishing entry and exit criteria for gated reviews such as System Requirements Review (SRR), Preliminary Design Review (PDR), Critical Design Review (CDR) and Test Readiness Review (TRR).
• You will own the Tester Systems requirements and components (HW and SW) across the entire tester life cycle, from concept and requirements definition, design, analysis, prototyping, schematic capture, layout, design review, wiring diagram, build and integration, verification, and qualifications and through release to production testing for Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), Systems Integration Labs (SIL) and Automated Test Systems(ATS).
• Support Tester architecture trade studies, analyses, performance characterization and specification, and device selection.
• Support tester risk analyses, and root-cause analysis of test discrepancies.
• Participate in program level technology development, mission assurance and safety initiatives, and Tester Hardware development process improvements, work closely with key Engine and Vehicle Customers.
• Effectively communicate development status, risks, and challenges to management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science or higher in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science, or related disciplines
• 2+ years of Systems Engineering experience for electronic hardware and/or software systems, experience in design, development, test, and operation of Test Systems Hardware within the Aerospace industry or another similar safety critical industry.
• Ability to work hands-on, both independently and as part of a team, throughout the development and production phases of the electronic assembly product lifecycle.
• Knowledge and experience of systems engineering practices per ARP4754A or similar standard.
• Familiarity with avionics hardware/electronics and/or software testing
• Experience with DO-330, DO-160, DO-178 and DO-254, NASA Software Engineering development programs.
• Experience with designing and/or developing complex testing environments.
• Experience leading complex verification and validation activities for systems.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Familiarity with electronic test equipment (multi-meters, oscilloscopes, loads, network analyzers, BERT, DAQ, etc.)
• Familiarity with amplifiers, analog-to-digital converters, power supplies, and analog circuits
• Knowledge of common communication methods, such as RS232, RS422, I2C, SPI, LVDS, Ethernet, CAN, or PCIe
• Desire to work hands-on, both independently and as part of a team, throughout the development and production phases of the Tester Systems product lifecycle
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and supply to a culture of collaboration.
• • Proficiency troubleshooting analog and digital hardware with bench measurement equipment and data acquisition equipment
• Strong understanding of Data Acquisition Principals
• Hands-on experience with high reliability mission critical Tester Systems software development
• Proficiency configuring and troubleshooting test networks.
• Experience with git, gitlab, JIRA and JAMA for SW development
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to lift and install cabling, junction boxes, and other electrical equipment.
• Familiarity with entire liquid rocket engine product life cycle, including system architecture.

Desired:

• Master of Science in Aerospace Engineering, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related disciplines
• Experience in systems engineering, preferably in aerospace systems
• Demonstrated experience designing high reliability safety-critical, Class 2/3 board assemblies; familiarity with IPC-A-600/610, DO-254 and similar standards.
• Familiarity with avionics or aircraft / rocket engine system control
• Experience with avionics (commercial aircraft, military aircraft or space vehicle) Tester System SW and HW development
• Experience with Tester Systems hardware and software development, integration, and test
• Scripting, Programming and Analysis: C / C#, C++; MathCad (or similar analysis tools)

Compensation range for on site WA applicants is $109,980-$153,972

Other site ranges may differ

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.

Inclusivity 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 a diverse, inclusive, and 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.

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.

Discretionary bonus: Bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results.

Eligibility for benefits varies by role type, please check with your recruiter for a comprehensive list of the benefits available for this role.

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, 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 “EEO Is the Law,” please see here.

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