Technician - Avionics Integration Engineering III

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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 New Glenn Avionics Hardware Solutions Team, supporting Blue Origin's mission of millions of people living and working in space for the benefit of Earth. The team fosters innovation and drives engineering workflows for the future.

We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact the program. Passion for our mission and vision is required!

Special Mentions:

• This position has flexible schedule options including Wednesday - Saturday and is scheduled for 40 hours with additional weekdays/overtime as requested.
• Interviews will include a technical assessment

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Assembling flight-grade avionics
• Testing and qualifying avionics
• Soldering PCBAs and other SMT level board work down to 0201
• Building wire harness/cable assemblies
• Integrating avionics and ground support hardware into electronics testbeds
• Provide feedback on new assemblies, identifying needed improvements to existing designs and improving or updating outdated designs.
• Serve internal and external customers, across multiple systems and multiple platforms.
• To foster a focus on safety, collaboration and quality allowing us to work together to determine the best path forward, balancing speed and safety to create high quality components that will propel future astronauts and payloads into space for the improvement of humanity.
• Contribute to lab 5s initiatives and process improvement projects.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Experience with ESD prevention and controls
• Novice understanding of basic electronics theory - voltage, resistance, current
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, mechanical drawings, and written assembly procedures.
• 2+ years of experience in assembly of avionics, medical devices, or other similar high precision assemblies.
• Procient in the use of basic electronic lab test equipment, such as power supplies and handheld multimeters
• Ability to use standard mechanical tools, precision measuring devices and fabrication shop equipment.
• Ability to lift 25 lbs.
• Basic computer literacy and familiarity with Microsoft oce suite (Excel, Word, etc.)
• Good written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills, attention-to-detail, and desire for continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Current or expired certifications in PCBA inspection (IPC-A-610), harness assembly (IPC/WHMA-A-620), soldering (J-STD-001), PCBA rework (IPC-7711/7721)
• Experience handling/installing ESD sensitive components.
• Experience with hipot and/or Cirris harness testers
• Experience in staking and conformal coating
• Experience with potting
• Experience working in a R&D within space, aviation, automotive or medical fields.

Compensation Range for:

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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.

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