Application Engineer III - Data Systems & Controls Engineering

$136,800 - $191,520/Yr

Blue Origin - Seattle, WA

Full-time - Mid Level

Seattle, WA

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

About the position

The Application Engineer III - Data Systems & Controls Engineering at Blue Origin plays a crucial role in the Test & Flight Operations team, focusing on the design, development, and maintenance of data collection and control systems for flight component testing and ground launch support facilities. This position involves collaborating with various teams to ensure the efficient operation of space vehicle and rocket engine component test facilities, emphasizing automation and system integration.

Responsibilities

• Own, define, coordinate, and execute instrumentation, data, and controls system integration activities at the test stands.
• Improve, maintain, and upgrade test stand data acquisition systems.
• Seek out automation opportunities to improve efficiency.
• Provide technical support for instrumentation on test stands and update drawings of harnesses/interfaces.
• Create and maintain software configuration files, test scripts, and procedures.
• Review and verify health and performance of instrumentation on the test stand.

Requirements

• 8+ years end-to-end experience with industrial or aerospace control system design and operation.
• Full system level integration experience of software, hardware, and electrical.
• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or related field with a combination of software/hardware development experience.
• Start to finish system design experience.
• Ability to design electrical circuits using CAD based schematic and panel layout tools (preferably AutoCAD Electrical).
• Proficiency with electrical diagnostic equipment (multimeters, oscilloscopes, etc.) to troubleshoot instrumentation and control circuits.
• Strong experience in at least one programming language: LabVIEW, Python, or PLC Ladder Logic.
• Ability to earn trust, maintain positive and professional relationships, and contribute to a culture of inclusion.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience leading teams from concept to product delivered.
• Experience with designing box level automation.
• Experience working with instrumentation: static and dynamic pressure, cryogenic temperature sensors, LVDTs, and accelerometers.
• Software development or troubleshooting of NI LabVIEW systems or PLC controllers coupled with OPC communications.
• Tuning closed loop control systems.

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 and up to 14 company-paid holidays
• Discretionary bonus