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Blue Origin is seeking an Electrical Test Engineer I to join the AI&T team on the Terawave program. In this entry-level role you will support the execution of electrical verification activities - continuity checks, interface tests, and data bus verification - under the guidance of senior test engineers. You will build hands-on spacecraft electrical test experience while contributing to the team enabling high-rate satellite production.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:- Execute electrical test procedures under the supervision of senior test engineers; record results accurately and completely.
- Assist with bench and test equipment setup for electrical test campaigns; perform pre-test and post-test equipment checks.
- Document test anomalies clearly and completely; escalate off-nominal observations to senior engineers promptly.
- Support procedure red-line mark-up incorporation and documentation updates following test execution.
- Maintain ESD compliance, bench cleanliness, FOD prevention discipline, and configuration accountability.
- Support test readiness gate preparations: hardware inventories, configuration verification, and test setup checklists.
- Participate in test briefings, anomaly reviews, and lessons-learned sessions.
- Learn and develop competency in electrical test methods, GSE operation, and data interpretation under mentorship of senior engineers.
Minimum Qualifications- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related field.
- 0-2 years of experience in electrical test, electronics laboratory work, hardware verification, or a related hands-on technical role; relevant internship or co-op experience accepted.
- Basic familiarity with electronic test equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power supplies, or similar).
- Demonstrated ability to follow detailed technical procedures carefully and completely.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate data recording.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to document observations clearly.
Preferred Qualifications- Internship or project experience with spacecraft, satellite, or complex electronic systems test.
- Familiarity with data bus protocols (CAN, SpaceWire, RS-422) from coursework or lab experience.
- Basic Python or scripting experience; interest in test automation.
- Background with ESD-sensitive electronics handling.
- Academic or project experience with embedded systems, avionics, or spacecraft subsystems.
Base Pay Range for:
CO applicants is $74,537.00 - $104,351.10WA applicants is $81,313.00 - $113,837.85
Other site ranges may differBenefits- 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.
