MK1 Electrical Vehicle Test Engineer II – Lunar Permanence

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. This role is an engineer-test configuration and development in the Integration and Test team, supporting our mission to return humans to the Moon and extend human presence permanently beyond the bounds of Earth. Lunar Transportation is Blue Origin’s team dedicated to developing mission architectures such as our planned Lunar Lander program, Blue Moon (Link: https://www.blueorigin.com/blue-moon ). Our Lunar Transportation team is developing our lunar landers to demonstrate core capabilities – including the BE-7 landing engine, precision landing sensors, and advanced integrated power and propulsion architecture.  We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Special Mentions: Travel is expected up to 15% of the time This role may require rotating shift coverage and occasional weekend support to ensure continuous test operations, meet business and program needs. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Plan, develop and execute test procedures for flight hardware Execute daily test operations, operate test consoles, direct technician work and coordinate with internal customers Apply direct experience to vehicle test planning and execution of Vehicle Functional and Performance Testing Work with the design and systems engineers to plan tests of the integrated vehicle and subsystems, ensuring the tests are designed to verify the pertinent requirements Troubleshoot issues and anomalies that arise during testing Reduce, analyze, and archive test data to support verification tasks Support anomaly resolution, root-cause investigations, and corrective action implementation. Assist in the development and refinement of test procedures, test setups, and ground support equipment. Find opportunities for safety improvements and cost savings Proactively prepare status updates and communicates both within the organization and with direct customers Work independently to determine and develop approaches to solutions Support test readiness reviews, shift handovers, and real-time test operations. Manage procedural redlines and updates during test campaigns Enforce safety policies during test planning and operations Minimum Qualifications: Passion for our mission: Millions of people living and working in space! BS in aerospace engineering, electrical engineering, computer science, physics, or related technical discipline 2+ years of experience supporting electrical test, integration, or verification of spacecraft, launch vehicles, satellites, or complex aerospace systems. Hands-on experience testing spacecraft avionics and electrical systems, including functional verification, system integration, hardware checkout, troubleshooting, and flight hardware validation. Experience executing formal test procedures and documenting test results. Excellent verbal, written, and graphical communication skills Experience reading and writing code in C/C++, MATLAB/Simulink, Python, or other languages) Experience working collaboratively in a fast paced, dynamic work Ability to earn trust and maintain positive and professional relationshi ps Ability to work rotating shifts, weekends and travel to support business needs Preferred Qualifications: Familiarity with spacecraft power, command and telemetry, GNC, RF communication, and fault management architectures. Experience supporting environmental qualification testing, including thermal vacuum (TVAC), vibration, and EMI/EMC. Knowledge of configuration management, test readiness reviews, and flight hardware handling requirements. Experience with scripting, automation, or data analysis tools Prior experience in a cleanroom or launch-site environment. Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while escalating issues appropriately. Experience with test facility instrumentation and Data Acquisition and Control Systems Understands/experience with hazardous operations  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 tra