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Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed.
This role is part of Blue National Security (BNS), where our focus is the design, development, and delivery of launch and spacecraft systems for national security missions. Through Blue Ring, our all-in-one, high-powered hybrid solar-electric and chemical-propelled spacecraft, we provide unmatched mission maneuverability, versatility, and capacity at dramatically lower-profile costs.
Role OverviewBlue National Security is seeking a Quality Engineer to support hardware and software test and verification operations. You will make sure that test and build activities on safety-critical avionics and space systems comply with requirements, specifications, and customer security standards. You will review work orders, configuration records, and processes, and you will develop quality inspection plans (QIPs). You will work in labs and on the production floor, alongside test, systems, electrical, and software teams.
Special Mentions- Active TS/SCI clearance required
- Location: Seattle, WA
- Travel: up to 15%
Responsibilities- Review work orders, test procedures, and configuration records for technical accuracy, completeness, and compliance before and after execution.
- Develop, implement, and maintain QIPs, including inspection points, acceptance criteria, and records.
- Provide quality oversight and witness or verify test events in HIL/SIL labs, the Vehicle Test Bed, and on the production floor.
- Verify that as-built and as-tested configurations match approved baselines. Document, disposition, and track deviations.
- Review and audit processes for compliance with company, customer, and program requirements. Identify gaps and drive corrective action to the root cause.
- Support non-conformance, discrepancy, and anomaly investigations, including MRB and corrective action activities.
- Verify test equipment, tooling, and calibration status, and the integrity of test data and records.
- Review test data and results to support verification closure, compliance reviews, and customer or government audits.
- Work with test, electrical, systems, GNC, software, and security teams to resolve quality issues and improve processes.
- Keep safety front and center on all hazardous and critical operations.
Minimum Qualifications- Active TS/SCI clearance, with the ability to maintain it
- U.S. citizenship (required for TS/SCI)
- B.S. in Engineering, Quality, Physics, or a related technical field, or equivalent experience
- 4+ years of experience as a quality engineer in a test environment (aerospace, space, defense, or other regulated hardware)
- Experience reviewing work orders, test procedures, and configuration records in a controlled-hardware environment
- Experience developing or applying inspection plans and acceptance criteria
- Working knowledge of quality systems and standards such as AS9100
- Experience with non-conformance, corrective action, and root cause analysis
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical requirements
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
Desired Qualifications- Experience with spacecraft, avionics, or missile defense test and verification
- Experience supporting HIL or SIL environments
- Experience with configuration management and change control
- Experience with electronic work order and quality systems
- Experience with DOORS, Windchill, or similar requirements and lifecycle tools
- Familiarity with avionics protocols such as Ethernet, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, SPI, and I2C
- Experience supporting government customer audits or compliance reviews
- Python or other scripting experience for data review
Base Pay Range for:
WA applicants is $112,059.00 - $156,882.60
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.
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.
