Instrumentation and Controls Technician III-Sr

Blue Origin
life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Texas, Van Horn
35961 State Highway 54 (Show on map)
Apr 11, 2025
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 diverse team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 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. As part of a hardworking team of diverse experts, you will help in the testing of Engines for various Vehicle configurations. You will share in the team's impact on all aspects of aerospace manufacturing while working with the team to keep the shop functioning at a high level. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention toward safe and repeatable spaceflight. Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the west Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee's additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnings, including a living allowance and relocation assistance. Eligibility for these additional benefits is based on the employee's ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! Responsibilities: Conduct hands-on maintenance and modifications on engines. Fabricate, install, and perform checkout of wire harnesses. Integrate and conduct checkout of test articles. Inspect flight hardware and instrumentation systems. Review, edit, and adhere to test procedures and processes. Operate test facilities and ground support equipment. Troubleshoot instrumentation and flight avionics systems. Collaborate with engineers on design concepts, improvements, and development tests. Perform scheduled inspections on tested and qualified engines. Handle and transport engines from test stands to engine processing facilities. Maintain and inspect engine tooling. Engage daily with test and design engineers. Travel to test sites to support missions approximately 15% of the year. Work safely with hazardous chemicals, cryogenics, and high-pressure systems. Demonstrate the ability to work effectively both in a team setting and as an individual contributor. Execute tasks assigned by leadership to benefit the engines team. Foster a balanced and motivated team environment. Conduct operations at elevated heights. Be responsible for all I&C work assigned to the group. Instrumental in training Maintenance Technicians (MTs) in I&C work. Review work orders, helping identify critical spares. Coordinate with Maintenance Engineers. Serve as a foundational employee to set the group up for future success. Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent certification. 5+ years of experience in an electronics trade with proficiency in troubleshooting low voltage systems, 4-20mA signals, and thermocouples. Relevant experience in fields such as automotive, aviation, or farm equipment. Ability to read and comprehend electrical and fluid diagrams. Experience with data acquisition systems, instrumentation, and general electronics. Proficient in using calibrated tools such as torque wrenches and multimeters. Familiarity with fluid fittings, including AN, MS, and compression fittings. Physical capability to lift 50 lbs, work in adverse weather conditions, and climb stairs and ladders. Ability to perform physical activities such as lifting, standing, climbing, bending, grasping, sitting, pulling, pushing, stooping, stretching, and carrying as required by the position. Willingness to work all required shift hours, including overtime and weekends, as needed. Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion. 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. Preferred Qualifications: Certifications: IPC/WHMA-A-620, MIL-DTL-22520, NASA-STD-8739, J-STD-001, and/or ANSI/ESD S20.20. Experience fabricating cable harness assemblies, including power, signal, and data cables. Working knowledge of rocket propellants, including Liquid Oxygen and cryogenic fuels. Experience in setting up and routing large volumes of low voltage wiring. Familiarity with WAGO push-in termination blocks or similar systems. Experience in handling aerospace components. Proven experience in propulsion facility systems. Experience with vehicle launch systems. Strong understanding of aerospace propulsion systems. Ability to quickly adapt to changing roles and responsibilities in a fast-paced and challenging work environment. Experience operating heavy lifting equipment, such as cranes and forklifts. Proficiency in operating aerial lifts, scissor lifts, and other vehicles used for maintenance at heights. Understanding of 5S principles and tool control measures. 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. Background Check Required for all positions: Blue's Standard Background Check Required for Certain Job Profiles: Defense Biometric Identification System (DIBDS) 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, 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. 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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