This position is part of the Space Systems Development (SSD) business unit. SSD is Blue Origin’s advanced development arm dedicated to developing mission architectures, creating, and feeding new technologies into our existing offerings, building our next generation of leaders, and commercializing new platforms that fuel Blue Origin’s growth and further its mission. Our work scope is broad and deep, forging the path toward our vision of millions of people living and working in space.

We believe that to preserve our planet, humanity must expand beyond our limits, venturing into space to explore and discover new energy and material resources.

In pursuit of this vision, we invite you to join our dynamic Space Resources Program. We're dedicated to developing and demonstrating In-Situ Resource Utilization (ISRU) technologies for the Moon and beyond. If our mission resonates with you and you're eager to contribute, you could be the perfect addition to our inclusive, open-minded, and forward-thinking team.

As part of a hardworking team of diverse specialists, technicians, and engineers, as a Technician III – Tech. Dev., you will play a crucial role in the development of our core extractive metallurgical processes, from conceptualization of experimental design to test article fabrication, testing, data collection, and processing.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

In this hands-on role, you will work entirely onsite at our Los Angeles Facility with the Space Resources Program team. We are seeking a dynamic R&D Test Technician to join our Agile Hardware Development team.

You will play a crucial role in the development of our core extractive metallurgical processes, from conceptualization of experimental design to test article fabrication, testing, data collection, and processing. The successful candidate will focus on increasing the throughput of our testing process while preserving data integrity and organization in an environment of high productivity and continuous improvement. This role requires exceptional hands-on aptitude and the ability to address and overcome roadblocks for the team while engaging in, learning from, and positively contributing to the success of a multidisciplinary, scrappy organization. 

We work in fast-paced cycles of design, analysis, and integration to deliver a scalable solution. We're looking for someone who is adaptable, willing to take action, eager to learn and committed to safety and quality. Your creativity, innovative spirit, and ability to navigate changing requirements are crucial.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Proven experience fabricating test articles and executing tests to specified requirements and reporting results.
• Experience generating designs in CAD (Creo).
• Experience with CNC milling equipment and operations.
• Experience with braising and welding.
• Proficiency with vacuum systems and related hardware for high vacuum and UHV environments.
• Demonstrated ability to own and manage testbeds or experimental systems (test scheduling, safety documentation and training, routine preventative maintenance, system upgrades, etc.)
• Proven ability to ensure timely completion of tasks and communicate schedule and budget risks with stakeholders.
• Capability to identify improvement opportunities and develop detailed improvement plans.
• Strong analytical and deductive reasoning skills.
• Strong organization skills and attention to detail.
• Proven ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.
• Capacity to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with high-temperature metallurgical processes.
• Experience with data acquisition and control software such as LabView/ROS/Python
• Experience machining and joining refractory materials
• Experience with 3D printing for rapid prototype development
• Experience with high-temperature braising and welding.
• Experience in product development, including documenting process changes, lessons learned, and design rules.
• Experience using versioning tools (such as Git, Windchill, or similar).