Test Engineer (Hypergolic) | Mid to Senior Level | Engines

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 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. Blue Origin is hiring Test Engineers at the  Level 2 and Level 3  levels to support and lead the development, execution, and continuous improvement of test operations for hypergolic rocket engines and components at our West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX. Depending on your experience, you will contribute to or lead test campaigns across the full test design and execution cycle — from   initial   planning and hardware integration through execution, data analysis, and post-test review.   Level 2  engineers will apply their developing professional   expertise   to support safe and repeatable test operations with minimal oversight, while building technical leadership capabilities within a collaborative team environment.   Level 3  engineers will serve as technical leaders, owning critical test campaigns, mentoring junior engineers and technicians, and driving cross-functional safety, reliability, and process improvement efforts for human spaceflight systems.   Across both levels, you will thrive in a fast-paced test environment, applying your   expertise   in   hypergolic fluid systems to solve challenging problems with precision and rigor.   We are a diverse team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. 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.   Responsibilities   Level 2 and Level 3 (All Engineers)   Support or lead daily test operations,   operate   test consoles, and execute test procedures   Contribute to or lead test planning and implementation for hypergolic rocket engine and   component   test campaigns   Participate in or lead test readiness reviews, activation reviews, pre- and post-test briefings, and test data reviews   Develop, refine, and update test procedures and work instructions   Assist   with or oversee hardware integration, including pre- and post-test inspections   Troubleshoot fluid systems, instrumentation, and test support equipment   Perform data review, reduction, and performance analysis to support post-test assessments   Read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, P&IDs, and engineering drawings   Participate in or lead root cause analyses and development of corrective actions   Identify   and support implementation of safety improvements and cost-reduction opportunities   Contribute to continuous advancement of   test stand   processes and automation systems   Serve as member of or technical leader during HAZMAT emergency response situations   Perform work while wearing SCBA and other required PPE   Successfully complete annual medical physical and physical ability/fitness assessment   Perform physically demanding emergency response tasks   Subject to random drug testing   Level 3 (Additional Responsibilities)   Provide technical leadership and direction for test campaigns from   initial   planning through final execution   Mentor junior test engineers and technicians, fostering professional development and technical growth   Build,   procure , and install test support equipment; manage vendors and subcontractors   Lead cross-functional Root Cause and Corrective Action Boards   Lead technical coordination with internal and external customers   Serve as technical leader during HAZMAT emergency response situations   Qualifications   Level 2   Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field   2+ years of experience in a testing environment or related hands-on engineering role   Working knowledge of engineering and testing fundamentals, including fluids and thermodynamics   Experience executing test procedures   Demonstrated familiarity with data analysis   Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, and engineering drawings   Strong written and verbal communication skills   Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team   Ability to make quick, sound decisions in emergency situations while   maintaining   composure under stress   Ability to pass pre-employment medical physical and physical ability/fitness assessment   Ability to obtain Hazardous Materials Technician certification within 3 months of hire   Must be a U.S. citizen or national, U.S. permanent resident, or lawfully admitted refugee/asylee   Level 3   Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Aerospace, Chemical Engineering, or related technical field   At least 5 years of experience   assisting   test teams in the role of test engineer or console operator   Established professional   expertise   and comprehensive understanding of engineering fundamentals across test cycles   Experience troubleshooting hardware and instrumentation related to fluid systems, with ability to read schematics and P&IDs   Experience developing, writing, and updating test procedures   Demonstrated   track record   of safe operations during nominal testing and in response to stand anomalies   Strong technical writing and interpersonal skills   Experience directing Root Cause and Corrective Action Boards   Demonstrated leadership in projec