Senior EGSE Automation Test Engineer

BLUE ORIGIN

. Own and maintain the test automation framework for HIL verification .

Posted 9/28/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $144,179 - $219,522 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and maintaining test automation frameworks for hardware-in-the-loop verification, with a strong focus on Python programming and integration with hardware interfaces. Capable of mentoring team members and delivering training materials to enhance production test processes.

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Test Automation Framework DevelopmentPython ProficiencyAutomated Test Systems IntegrationMentoring Automation Test EngineersExperience with Hardware-in-the-Loop Testing

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Hard Skills

Test AutomationEmbedded Software TestingAutomated Test Scripts DevelopmentRegression SuitesData-Driven Test SequencesDebugging Automation FailuresNonconformance ManagementAnomaly DispositionCorrective Action ProcessesTest Framework Design

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

GSEOSCOSMOSLabVIEWNI TestStandCI/CD Pipelines

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringBachelor's Degree in Software Engineering

Industry Keywords

Hardware-in-the-Loop TestingSpacecraft TestingLaunch Vehicle TestingDefense Electronics ProgramAutomated Acceptance TestingSpaceWireCANMIL-STD-1553RS-422 Testing

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own and maintain the test automation framework for HIL verification
Ensure the framework is extensible, robust, and ready for production line deployment and qualification
Develop, review, and execute automated test scripts and regression suites
Drive test coverage improvements and reduce manual testing burden
Create data-driven test sequences optimized for production cycle time and test coverage efficiency
Debug and triage automation failures
Improve test robustness and repeatability
Develop training materials and deliver knowledge transfer sessions to production test engineers
Support qualification of automated test suites as production line acceptance test methods
Mentor Automation Test Engineer team members and review their scripts and technical contributions
Coordinate with EGSE Software Engineers on framework integration, software interface requirements, and tool releases
Interface with VTB and Electrical Test teams on test coverage, automation priorities, and bench integration
Participate in design reviews and provide test automation and DFT feedback

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or a closely related field
7+ years of experience in test automation, embedded software testing, or hardware-in-the-loop test development
Proficiency in Python
Experience developing and maintaining automated test frameworks and regression suites in a hardware test context
Experience integrating automated test systems with hardware interfaces, including serial protocols, data buses, or analog I/O
Ability to design test frameworks for maintainability, reusability, and scalability
Experience with nonconformance management, anomaly disposition, and corrective action processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to brief test automation status and architecture to program leadership
U.S. citizenship or nationality, U.S. permanent residence, or lawful admission to the U.S. as a refugee or asylee
Successful completion of Blue's Standard Background Check
Preferred: experience on a spacecraft, launch vehicle, or defense electronics program with automated acceptance testing
Preferred: experience with GSEOS, COSMOS, LabVIEW, NI TestStand, or similar ground test software frameworks
Preferred: experience with LabVIEW or NI TestStand for hardware-in-the-loop test development and automated functional test sequences
Preferred: experience qualifying automated test suites for production acceptance test methods
Preferred: familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and automated regression frameworks for embedded or hardware-in-the-loop systems
Preferred: background with SpaceWire, CAN, MIL-STD-1553, or RS-422 testing via automated test scripts
Preferred: experience developing technical training for production test personnel

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Basic and supplemental life insurance
Paid parental leave
Short- and long-term disability
401(k) with company match of up to 5%
Education Support Program
Stock options for all regular employees working at least 20 hours/week
Up to four weeks of paid time off per year based on weekly scheduled hours
Up to 14 company-paid holidays
Potential benefits and bonuses based on role type, job level, individual contributions, company results, or other factors, subject to discretion and not guaranteed