Blue Origin · 11 hours ago
Test Engineer I (TX) - Early Career (2026 Starts)
Van Horn, TX
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelBlue Origin is a company focused on developing reusable, safe, and low-cost space vehicles and systems. The Test Engineer I role involves supporting rocket engine test operations, assisting with test planning and execution, and performing data analysis to ensure safe and repeatable spaceflight.
AerospaceManufacturingNational SecurityRenewable Energy
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Aspects of applied test engineering including the design, analysis, and operation of test systems for testing fluid, propulsion, mechanical and electronic systems. The projects will include the integration of safety, manufacturing, operations, materials and processes, instrumentation, test control systems, and systems engineering
Analyzing test data to support requirements verification tasks
Directing integration of hardware into our test facilities
Conducting test planning, risk assessments, evaluation, and mitigations, test set up, execution, post-test data review, and performance analysis
Developing test support software and equipment to improve test frequency and quality
Identify, scope, and resolve test-related problems
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in engineering discipline (aerospace, mechanical, or physics desired)
Will have earned their degree within the last year and able to start by Fall 2026
Experience in a testing environment and in executing test procedures
Demonstrated familiarity with data analysis
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and work independently
Strong technical fundamentals in fluids and thermodynamics
Ability to read and interpret engineering standards, technical requirements, and engineering drawings
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Relevant internship/co-op and/or hands-on experience that demonstrate development of both technical skills as well as leadership qualities
Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and strengthen our culture of inclusion
Ability to work independently and as part of a team on rapid development programs
Flexible and adaptable mindset
Self-driven with the ability to seek out requirements with minimal direction
Preferred
M.S. degree or higher in mechanical or aerospace engineering with experimental lab experience
Propulsion test experience
Experience designing, fabricating, or operating fluid systems
Knowledge of instrumentation including pressure transducers, thermocouples, silicon diodes, resistance temperature detectors, and accelerometers
Operational understanding of engines and engine sub-components, such as turbopumps, combustion devices, valves, and other fluid components
Hands-on experience with integrating test articles and sub-assemblies for test
Familiarity with LabVIEW, MATLAB, Winplot, or other control, data acquisition, and reduction software
Familiarity with CAD applications (ProE or Creo preferred)
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, 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.
Company
Blue Origin
Blue Origin is an aerospace company that focuses on lowering the cost of spaceflight and helping to explore the solar system.
Founded in 2000
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
Recent News
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