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Environmental Test Technician - Level II - D Shift

BLUE ORIGIN Huntsville, Alabama, United States

onsitefull-time
Posted Feb 27, 2026

Role & seniority: Technician (operational, hands-on role) in Blue Origin Operations; environment testing focus.

Stack/tools: Environmental test equipment (pressure systems, thermal chambers, vibration tables); tooling installation; test equipment maintenance; LabVIEW (preferred), National Instruments hardware; data acquisition systems; databases; Microsoft Office.

Top 3 responsibilities

  • Pressurize, thermal, and vibration test rocket engine components; install tooling on test articles; perform testing and equipment maintenance.

  • Troubleshoot tests, document processes, coordinate with engineering, and engage with management.

  • Propose/implement continuous improvement; support other work centers as needed; maintain clean, compliant test areas.

Must-have skills

  • High school diploma or equivalent; 3+ years in flight/test operations, industrial systems, or related environment.

  • Ability to read/follow technical documentation; strong attention to detail; good verbal/written communication.

  • Team-oriented, physically able to climb, lift ~50 lbs; able to work non-standard hours; occasional travel to other Blue Origin sites.

Nice-to-haves

  • Experience with hazardous/complex systems (cryogenic, high-pressure, propellants, etc.); tube fabrication (bending/flaring), electrical harness/panel fabrication.

  • LabVIEW experience; data acquisition; forklift/scissor lift/overhead crane operation; rigging.

  • Location & work type: Huntsville, AL facility; D shift (

Full Description

Application close date: Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the requisition is closed. 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! This role is part of Blue Origin Operations, which is comprised of Integrated Supply Chain, Test Operations, Safety, Quality, and Mission Assurance. This includes Manufacturing and Supply Chain support across all Blue Origin facilities. As part of a hardworking team of technicians, you will be responsible for environmental test processes for a wide range of liquid rocket engine components at our state of the art production facility in Huntsville, AL. The person in this position will assist with installation, operation, and maintenance of test equipment; assisting with process documentation and controls; perform testing and certification of the test equipment. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedicated commitment and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable spaceflight. D Shift is weekend nights Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Pressure test and environmental test rocket engine components using pressure systems, thermal chambers, and vibration tables Install tooling on test articles Perform functions that include test troubleshooting, equipment maintenance, coordination with engineering, and engagement with management Propose and implement continuous improvement Perform maintenance on test equipment Clean machines, equipment, and work areas according to site standards Support other work centers and other processes to support business needs Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent 3+ years of hands‑on experience in flight operations, test operations, industrial systems, manufacturing, or a closely related operational environment Strong Ability to read and follow technical documentation (procedures, work instructions, drawings, schematics, manuals) High attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience with software systems, databases, and Microsoft Office Suite Ability to work effectively in a team environment Physically able to climb ladders and stairs. Lift and carry 50 lbs for limited durations Willing and able to support non-standard hours Willing and able to travel to other Blue Origin sites infrequently Preferred Qualifications: Experience performing work with complex or hazardous systems (e.g., cryogenic, pneumatic, hydraulic, high‑pressure, high‑voltage, propellants, or similar) Tube bending, tube flaring, and pressure panel fabrication Electrical harness fabrication and electrical panel fabrication Experience operating LabVIEW with National Instruments Hardware Experience with data acquisition systems Experience operating forklifts, scissor lifts, etc Experience with overhead cranes and rigging Cleaning, Passivation and Verification 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. 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 Applicants wishing to receive information on Blue Origin’s Affirmative Action Plans, or applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in the application and/or interview process, please contact us at EEOCompliance@blueorigin.com. Please note this is a publicly managed inbox. Please do not include any personal medical information in your request. California Applicant Privacy Notice If you are a California resident, please reference the CA Applicant Privacy Notice here. We’re committed to building the road to space so our children can build the future. We are a mission-driven company focused on ideas and innovation, and encourage fresh perspectives from bold voices. At Blue, our team is building the future as their unique selves. Thank you for your interest in working at Blue Origin! Blue Origin was founded with a vision to enable a future where millions of people are living and working in space to benefit Earth. In order to preserve Earth, Blue Origin believes in the need to enable humanity to expand, explore, find new energy and material resources, and move industries that stress Earth into space. Blue Origin believes it has an important role in building a road to space and lowering the cost of getting there. At Blue Origin, we’re working on this today by developing fully reusable launch vehicles and systems that are safe, reliable and affordable. Every launch vehicle is designed for human spaceflight from the beginning and able to ferry payloads to space.

Pressure TestingEnvironmental TestingTest Equipment InstallationTest Equipment OperationTest Equipment MaintenanceProcess DocumentationTest TroubleshootingContinuous ImprovementTechnical Documentation ReadingTeamworkVerbal CommunicationWritten CommunicationSoftware SystemsDatabase ExperienceMicrosoft Office SuiteLifting 50 lbsmulti-location

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