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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 team of problem solvers as we add new chapters to the history of spaceflight! 

As a Senior Systems Engineer for Integration and Test, you will play a critical role in ensuring the seamless integration and rigorous testing of our complex systems. You will be responsible for developing and executing comprehensive test plans, identifying and resolving system-level issues, and ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of quality and performance. This role requires a strong background in systems engineering, a passion for hands-on problem-solving, and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Special Mentions:

• Relocation provided
• Travel expected up to 15% of the time
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Lead and facilitate build and test in agile development environment, including planning, execution, and retrospectives, to drive test and integration engineering tasks to completion.
• Develop and execute system-level integration and test plans for complex engineering systems.
• Define test requirements, and success criteria, and create detailed test procedures.
• Design, build, and maintain test fixtures and automated test environments.
• Conduct integration and test activities on both hardware and software components.
• Analyze test data, identify anomalies, and troubleshoot system-level issues.
• Collaborate with design and development teams to ensure that system requirements are testable and verifiable.
• Document test results, create test reports, and present findings to stakeholders.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers in best practices for integration and testing.
• Drive continuous improvement in our integration and test processes.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• 8 to10 years of experience in a systems engineering role.
• Demonstrated experience creating and managing complex Interface Control Documents (ICDs).
• Experience working within an agile development framework.
• SECRET Clearance or ability to obtain TS/SCI

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in a relevant engineering field.
• Experience leading agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Direct experience with the integration of customer payloads or cargo.

Base Pay Range for:

Other site ranges may differ

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 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 (obtained before onboarding), 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.

• Required for certain Job Profiles: Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential, which includes pre-employment and random drug testing as well as DOT physical

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.

• Stock Options for all regular employees (working at least 20 hours/week)

• Paid Time Off:  Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours, and up to 14 company-paid holidays.

• Dependent on role type and job level, employees may be eligible for benefits and bonuses based on the company's intent to reward individual contributions and enable them to share in the company's results, or other factors at the company's sole discretion. Bonus amounts and eligibility are not guaranteed and subject to change and cancellation. Please check with your recruiter for more details.

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 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. 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, sex, 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 “Know Your Rights,” please see here.

Affirmative Action and Disability Accommodation

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