Blue Origin

Spaceflight

InstrumentationandControlsEngineer

Van Horn, Texas, United States FULL TIME
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

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The Brief

“Instrumentation and Controls Engineer at Blue Origin. Skills: Instrumentation, Controls, Data Acquisition, PLC Programming. Provide technical support for instrumentation. Update drawings of harnesses/interfaces”

What You'll Achieve.

Lowering the cost of access to space; Enabling Blue Origin’s vision; Promote workplace safety; Meet fast paced schedules; Secure cost savings; Positively impact safe human spaceflight

Industry & Context.

Spaceflight
Problems you'll solve

Problem solvers; Troubleshooting support

Eligibility Requirements

Relocation assistance, Ability to permanently relocate to Van Horn, TX, Travel to Van Horn from another Blue location a minimum of 50% of the time, U. S. citizen or national, U. S. permanent resident, Lawfully admitted into the U. S. as a refugee or granted asylum, Background Check, Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) background check, Drivers who operate Commercial Motor Vehicles, Ability to obtain and maintain Merchant Mariner Credential

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

B. S. degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field., 1-5 years of experience in electrical schematic and panel layout design using CAD, 1-5 years of PLC Programming experience, Proven understanding of integrating instrumentation with data acquisition hardware, Proficiency with electrical diagnostic equipment, Familiar with industrial sensors and actuators: pressure, temperature, LVDT, accelerometers, motor controllers, flow meters, relays, strain gauges, valves, and pumps, technical and non-technical writing and verbal skills, Desire to take ownership of projects

Nice to Have

Practice with video monitoring systems (webcam, 3G-SDI, high speed, infrared, etc. ), Understanding of network configuration and other IT fundamentals, Familiarity with NI hardware or Bustec hardware, Familiarity with calibration principles (uncertainty calculation, total error ratios, etc. ) and industry calibration standards (ISO/IEC 17025, ANSI NCSL Z540. 3)., Proficient in noise reduction, shielding, grounding techniques, termination and analog and digital filtering to provide high fidelity measurements, Ability to specify instrumentation wiring needed for various interfacing of data systems and sensors, Experience crafting and installing instrumentation and control systems in hazardous areas (NFPA 70 Section 500 installations); Class 1, Division 1 and Division 2 environments

What You'll Do.

Provide technical support for instrumentation

Update drawings of harnesses/interfaces

Provide mentorship/training

Troubleshooting support for technicians

and modify PLC programs

Design electrical panels

Maintain and upgrade test stand DAQ systems

and validate DAQ hardware

Troubleshoot DAQ hardware problems

and execute system integration activities

install wire harnesses

Perform other tasks as assigned

Operate test article and test stand

Collect hot fire test data

Identify and execute continuous improvements

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with technicians and engineers; Work with product team

Communication Scope

Technical writing; Non-technical writing; Verbal skills

Process & Methodology

Project management

Full Job 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. We are a team of collaborators, doers, and problem-solvers who are relentlessly committed to a culture of safety. Join us in lowering the cost of access to space and enabling Blue Origin’s vision of millions of people living and working in space to benefit Earth. We are a small, passionate and accomplished team, that supports the development, construction, operation and maintenance of liquid rocket engine test facilities for various liquid rocket engine propulsion systems, focusing on instrumentation and data acquisition and control hardware. You will contribute to the team’s progress by participating in all aspects of hands-on engineering and project management. This position will directly impact the history of space exploration and will require your dedication and detailed attention towards safe and repeatable test operations and spaceflight! This position is based in Van Horn, Tx. We are looking for someone to apply their technical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to quality to positively impact safe human spaceflight. Passion for our mission and vision is required! **Van Horn Specific information "** Being at the heart of Blue Origin operations, the West Texas Site in Van Horn, TX offers eligible employee’s additional attractive financial incentives to supplement their competitive base earnin

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