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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 a part of the Test & Flight Operations team, providing centralized support to business units with a focus on the design, build, and maintenance of the ground systems, test, and launch facilities across multiple locations. Provides tactical and technical support to: Engineering/Production/Manufacturing by performing activities such as design, test, check-out, modification, fabrication, and assembly of prototype electro/mechanical systems, experimental design circuitry, laser/light transmission devices or specialized test equipment. Applications may include electronic circuits, photonics and logic systems. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal descriptions, layouts or defined plans to perform testing, checkout and trouble-shooting functions. Performs operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Assists in determining methods or actions to remedy malfunctions. Assists in the design, construction, test and check-out of test equipment. Uses manufacturing, test, development or diagnostic equipment, including, but not limited to, test programs, oscilloscopes, signal generators and specialized test apparatus. Special Mentions Relocation provided Travel expected up to 1% of the time Shifts available: Monday Through Friday 7-3 Interviews will include a technical assessment Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Test facility operation, maintenance, and construction Test article integration and checkout Fabrication and routing of pressurization and propellant tubing Installation and checkout of wire harnesses and instrumentation General trouble shooting of instrumentation, valves, leaks, etc Reviewing, editing and following Test Procedures Operation of test facility systems Safe working practices: Safely working with hazardous chemicals and high pressure systems Working understanding of standard operations safety practices Demonstrate a strong bias for safety in operations Planning and communicating assembly steps for complex mechanical installations Providing design feedback on the test stand and test article(s) Flexibility to support testing campaigns as required - this may mean shift work or extended hours based on testing needs Working with engineers on design concepts/improvements and development tests Minimum Qualifications 3-5 years of experience in test facility support, testing rocket or jet engines, flight vehicle systems, or closely related applications Demonstrated ability to work with: Test, flight, and safety critical hardware Instrumentation, sensors, and electronics Standard mechanical tools and fabrication shop equipment Experience with pneumatic systems, propellant loading and off-loading systems Familiarity with tube fabrication (bend, flare, fittings, etc), piping systems, and pressurized system safety Involvement in test facility construction, operation, and maintenance Ability to read and interpret drawings - P&IDs, fabrication drawings 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 Solid understanding of a variety of rocket propellants, including liquid hydrogen, liquid oxygen, and liquid methane Experience operating heavy lifting equipment such as cranes and forklifts around flight critical hardware MIG/TIG, orbital weldin