Blue Origin · 1 week ago
Senior Test Engineer - Automation & Software
Longmont, CO
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$130K/yr - $181K/yr
6+ years expBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable and low-cost space vehicles and systems. They are seeking a Senior Test Engineer with expertise in automation and software development to design and implement automated test systems for motion control hardware validation, ensuring high quality standards for spaceflight systems.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Design and develop comprehensive automated test frameworks using Python, LabVIEW, and other programming languages for motion control hardware validation including actuators, gearboxes, motors, and motion control assemblies
Create modular, maintainable test software architecture suitable for manufacturing and production environments
Implement data collection, analysis, and reporting systems with real-time monitoring capabilities and user-friendly dashboards
Develop test sequences for complex motion control components including life testing, performance characterization, and environmental qualification
Build automated control systems for test equipment integration, process orchestration, and hardware/software interfaces
Define, architect, and implement scalable test systems with comprehensive documentation and traceability for motion control products
Integrate hardware/software test solutions including instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and control systems for mechanical and electromechanical testing
Develop calibration and validation routines for test equipment with electrical and digital test interfaces
Design test data management systems ensuring accurate record of measurement data for component and system-level testing
Implement version control, CI/CD pipelines, and automated deployment for test software supporting high-volume production
Partner with electrical, mechanical, and systems engineering teams to define testability requirements and automation opportunities for motion control products
Lead technical reviews of automated test solutions and provide programming mentorship to team members
Present test results, metrics, and improvement recommendations to stakeholders across the Motion Control business unit
Troubleshoot and optimize existing test systems for improved reliability, performance, and safety in support of production and R&D
Support development and release of engineering artifacts across the development cycle
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Software, Computer Science, or related field)
6+ years of experience in test engineering with a focus on automation and programming
Advanced proficiency in Python including object-oriented programming, test frameworks, and data analysis libraries
Expert-level LabVIEW programming with experience in state machines, queues, and hardware integration
Experience with automated control and measurement systems (PLC, SCADA, or similar)
Proven experience testing aerospace, spaceflight, or precision mechanical hardware in automated manufacturing environments
Experience with environmental testing (thermal, vibration, vacuum, or similar) of aerospace or spaceflight hardware
Experience with hardware/test equipment integration via APIs, drivers, and communication protocols (VISA, GPIB, Ethernet, RS-232)
Proficiency with version control systems (Git) and software development best practices
Preferred
Master's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
Experience with additional programming languages (C++, C#, MATLAB, or similar)
National Instruments hardware ecosystem expertise (CompactRIO, PXI, DAQ systems)
Knowledge of database integration (SQL, InfluxDB) and automated data management systems
Experience with containerization (Docker) and cloud-based test automation platforms
Experience with automated image processing and computer vision for test validation
Experience with real-time systems programming and deterministic test execution
Experience automating complex processes: gearbox testing, motor characterization, actuator validation and life testing, PCBA programming/testing
Knowledge of machine learning/AI for predictive test analytics and automated fault detection
Experience with automated environmental testing (thermal, vibration, vacuum chambers)
3D CAD integration (SolidWorks, NX) for automated test fixture design and validation
Industrial IoT and automated remote monitoring systems experience
Knowledge of automated safety systems, interlocks, and fail-safe programming
Understanding of aerospace quality standards (AS9100, NASA-STD) and automated compliance verification
Experience with motion control systems, servo drives, or precision positioning equipment
Benefits
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%
Education Support Program
Paid Time Off: Up to four (4) weeks per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$185.35MKey Investors
NASAUnited States Space Force
2024-02-20Secondary Market
2024-01-24Undisclosed· $18M
2021-12-03Grant· $130M
Leadership Team
David Limp
Chief Executive Officer
Tim Collins
Vice President, Global Supply Chain
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